MemTest86...New Version = 3.3

Dyre Straits · August 9th, 2007, 12:07 PM

After using MemTest86 for so long....and finding that it seldom ever got updated, I was surprised to find a newer version online just the past few days.

If you haven't gotten the newer 3.3 version, grab it here:

Memtest86.com - Memory Diagnostic

It's still FREE! Just go to the Download section and get the one you need.

Mac Daddy · August 9th, 2007, 12:27 PM

THX Dyre I didn't know there was a newer version either

zme-ul · August 9th, 2007, 04:18 PM

I use memtest almost every day in my line of work

Unixlord · August 9th, 2007, 06:24 PM

Here's the changelog for quick viewing:

Added support for additional chipsets. (from Memtest86+ v1.60)
Changed Modulo 20 test (#8) to use a more effective random pattern rather than simple ones and zeros.
Fixed a bug that prevented testing of low memory.
Added an advanced menu option to display SPD info (only for selected chipsets).
Updated CPU detection for new CPUs and corrected some bugs.
Reworked online command text for better clarity.
Added a fix to correct a Badram pattern bug.

Dyre Straits · August 10th, 2007, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mac Daddy

THX Dyre I didn't know there was a newer version either

I actually developed a need for an updated version is how I discovered it. It's a LONG, LONG time between Nov, 2004 (v3.2) and Jan, 2007 (v.3.3).

Of course, the one that most people are now using is MemTest86+ (v.1.70) from here:

Memtest86+ - Advanced Memory Diagnostic Tool