Yes, you can diagnose memory issues in Windows using Event Viewer. Event Viewer is a powerful tool in the Windows operating system that stores important system events. It is able to detect and log errors related to the system’s Memory, which can be useful in diagnosing memory issues in Windows.
The Event Viewer can be opened by typing “eventvwr” into the search box on the Start menu and pressing Enter. In the left pane of the Event Viewer window, select Applications and Services Logs > Microsoft > Windows > MemoryDiagnostics-Results.
In the Memory Diagnostics-Results log, you will see a list of events related to the system’s Memory. If any of them are marked with an “Error” or “Warning”, this could indicate that there is an issue with the system’s Memory.
For example, if you see an event with the description “The system detected potential memory problems. The system has recovered from this error without restarting”, this could indicate a problem with the system’s RAM. This type of event should be investigated further by checking the system’s hardware and software settings.
Other events related to the system’s Memory may also be found in the System log. To open the System log, select Windows Logs > System in the left pane of the Event Viewer window. System log events related to Memory include “The system has detected a critical error in the system’s Memory”, “The system has encountered a low memory condition”, and “The system has encountered a virtual memory problem”. All of these events indicate that there may be an issue with the system’s Memory.
If you see any of these events in the System log, it is important to take the necessary steps to identify and resolve the issue. This may include checking the system’s hardware and software settings, upgrading or replacing hardware components, and/or running additional diagnostic tests.
Using Event Viewer can be a useful tool for diagnosing Memory issues in Windows. It can provide valuable insight in to what the root cause of the issue might be, allowing you to make informed decisions when troubleshooting. However, it is important to remember that Event Viewer is only able to detect and log errors related to the system’s Memory. It cannot fix the issue itself.