16gb installed 8gb usable?

Ethan WickedPlayer

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Feb 17, 2015
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So, a while back I replaced my cpu cooler. And when i was done and turned on my pc, it said only 8gb of my 16gb was usable. I dont know what to do, i've googled it and I couldnt find any help.
 
Solution
Loosen the cooler then snug it down screw tight. Many overtighten and if so in a corner or side of the CPU, it throws the CPU out of level so it doesn't full full contact with all pins, one often effectively 'loses' a channel