Second Memory Stick Caused Blackscreen

Computer would turn on but end up with a black screen (lights on the motherboard were on). Swapped monitors and made sure each monitor was doing the power on self test. Both monitors were ok.

Stripped the PC down to just the motherboard, processor, and power supply. Was expecting beep codes but the board just lit up and seemed ok. So I couldn't really tell which component was causing the problem.

Returned both memory sticks (and this was my error). Still tried to see if there would be a change in the monitor screen, but still just a black screen.

Decided to go the the computer repair shop. Technician was excellent. He retained one memory stick and the PC was finally able to boot up and reach BIOS. He tried to return the second memory stick and the black screen problem returned.

Was forced to upgrade to two 8 GB DDR4 memory sticks since they no longer sold 4 GB DDR4s. Sales person said that I could run the 4 GB alongside the 8 GB, but that the two would settle for the lower frequency. So instead, just bought two new memory sticks for better performance.

God is good. That was still cheaper than having to replace the motherboard and processor.

LTO Non-professional Driver's License Renewal 2024

Went to SM North Annex Basement to have my Non-professional Driver's License renewed for 10 years.

I already printed out my passing results for the CDE from the LTMS portal.

Started at Window 1. Took a number. When called, they assessed my existing driver's license and exam results. Was then given the go signal to proceed to the medical clinic.

Clinic had me fill out a form to assess my medical history. I then took the physical exam which was mainly reading an Eye chart.

After passing, submitted the medical exam results to Window 2. Paid the renewal fee at the Cashier, then waited to be called.

Finally was sent inside the LTO office for biometrics and picture taking. Received the printed temporary license since to plastic cards were available. (Other drivers I've talked to said the plastic cards were unavailable since 2023).

Here are the fees I had to pay that day.

1. Medical Fee - 600 pesos
2. LTO License Renewal Fee - 585 pesos
3. SM Service Charge - 5 pesos

All in all, spent 1190 pesos.

Since I had no existing violations, my license has been renewed until 2034. Will just have to wait for the plastic card ID once it is available.

Hope this helps as a guide for other people who are planning on renewing their driver's license this 2024.