Hardware Problems Were Detected [Memory Diagnostic Fix]

The main cause for this error is a malfunctioning memory module

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Windows Memory Diagnostic is an excellent tool to test your memory modules. However, some of our readers reported theWindows Memory Diagnostic ToolHardware problems were detectedmessage. In this article, we will tackle and fix this problem.

Why do I get the Hardware problems were detected message?

The main cause of this error is that one or more RAM modules are malfunctioning. However, there are also other reasons, such as:

These are the main possible causes, so let’s go to the actual solutions to fix this error.

How do I fix the Memory Diagnostic hardware problems error?

Before getting to more complicated troubleshooting, let’s cross-check some quick steps that may solve the problem quicker:

If these quick measures didn’t restore things to normal, perform the solutions below.

1. Run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter

Running the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter will help you detect any other driver or hardware-related problems that might be connected with the Windows Memory Diagnostic ToolHardware problems were detectederror.

2. Use a third-party tool to scan your hardware

As with any health problem, it’s better to have a second opinion and MemTest86 has a free version that can perform hardware tests on the components of your PC, including memory and CPU.

Of course, there are a lot ofhardware diagnostic toolsthat you may use in order to pinpoint the issue.

If the software finds a hardware malfunction, you should take it seriously and ask for the services of a computer technician to repair or replace the faulty component.

3. Boot your computer in Safe Mode

4. Use a restore point

The system will be restored to the point of creating the restore point. There is possible to get an error with the message System Restore did not complete successfully, but this guide will help you fix that problem.

Also, you may consult our article onwhat to do if System Restore cannot find a restore point.

If none of these solutions worked, you might also try tofactory reset Windows.

We hope our solutions helped you fix the Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool Hardware problems were detected errors, and everything returned to normal.

There are also reports thatWindows Memory Diagnostic Tool results are not showing, but this guide will help you fix the issue.

If you have any questions or suggestions, don’t hesitate to let us know in the comments section below.

Hardware Problems Were Detected [Memory Diagnostic Fix]#

Why do I get the Hardware problems were detected message?#

How do I fix the Memory Diagnostic hardware problems error?#

1. Run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter#

2. Use a third-party tool to scan your hardware#

3. Boot your computer in Safe Mode#

4. Use a restore point#