during start-up my computer does not show WINDOWS XP instead a blank screen and a beep, whats wrong with it?

Question

i have power on the monitor, at start-up the screen shows the video card details then it shows a blank screen with a cursor and 1 short beep but sometimes with a long continuous beep

Answer 1

Just as Bekk stated, there could be a hardware problem, though I doubt it's the video card. Upon boot up it should tell you what BIOS you have, follow this link http://www.computerhope.com/beep.htm and click on the appropriate link of your BIOS to find out what the long beep means.
You must also understand that there is a chance that it could be something that cannot be resolved without replacing the motherboard. Best thing to do is follow that link and look into the beeping code, if it's something you know for sure you can fix, then by all means, go for it. However, if you are unsure, ask someone that knows.

Answer 2

That beep means you are having hardware error inside of your computer. I assume it is your video card since it showed the details, but you never really know. I suggest you get someone who knows about computers look at it because it could just be a bad connection, or take it to a shop.

Answer 3

hi, i think of you're experiencing a failing motherboard right here. you probably did a solid job with the help of troubleshooting for visual reveal unit issues. in case you have an adventure in assembling a working laptop or pc... then you definately can swap up your motherboard with yet another one using properly suited units in basic terms. Goodluck!

Answer 4

If your computer is not working properly when it is switched on, it could be a problem with device drivers, hardware or software.
Detailed instructions at http://tinyurl.com/yd34oj

Answer 5

possible bad video card if you get no video but the computer will boot up

Answer 6

Windows XP might have been deleted.

Answer 7

Do you need a password you don't have? If you have or don't need one, what is the make of your Bios?
Randy