[COLUG] Memtest86 causes reboot??

[R P Herrold]

jep200404 wrote:

> First, one needs to figure out whether the problem is due to
> hardware or software. If memtest86 running from a live CD
> reveals problems, then the problem is of hardware.

> Russ, Rob, comments?

Memtest86+ is a sharp tool for exposing dodgy ram, and 
processors which are not up to snuff (and one assumes, the 
support chipsets); I burn all new boxes in with case sides on, 
and all cards populating, (to get a realistic thermal load) 
for at least 24 hr before a box is released to production. 
ANY errors and the unit does not pass.

Then after a minimal install, i start several threads in hard 
compile loops, and burn it again, to get the processor cache, 
HD controllers, and friends a workout.  On a new workstation, 
I left that running with a LF gt 15 for a weekend.

Unfortunately those tests missed a sticky 't' and '5' key on a 
laptop and I am debating getting a keyboard replaced  ;) 
'It's _always_ something.'

- Russ Herrold