2007-01-11 12:04:02 · 7 answers · asked by Prince 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
This list will tell what the beeps mean.
Beep Code Descriptions
1 short DRAM refresh failure
2 short Parity circuit failure
3 short Base 64K RAM failure
4 short System timer failure
5 short Process failure
6 short Keyboard controller Gate A20 error
7 short Virtual mode exception error
8 short Display memory Read/Write test failure
9 short ROM BIOS checksum failure
10 short CMOS shutdown Read/Write error
11 short Cache Memory error
1 long, 3 short Conventional/Extended memory failure
1 long, 8 short Display/Retrace test failed
2007-01-11 12:07:44 · answer #1 · answered by G 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The beeps that you hear are the BIOS [Basic Input/Output System] starting up and conducting a Power On Self Test [POST]. Generally, you should hear one beep, meaning that the system is ok. Depending on the type of motherboard you have, 3 beeps can mean different things. If you know who built your motherboard, let us know and we can help you further. Otherwise, you can check out websites like:
http://www.bioscentral.com/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power-on_self-test
to determine what the problem is. My best guess is that you have a memory problem. Has the computer been dropped or fallen over recently? It may have jarred loose one of the memory sticks.
2007-01-11 12:11:35 · answer #2 · answered by Chris C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on your bios and whether they are long or short beeps or a combination of both. Assuming that noone has gone into the bios and changed settings, I would start with your video. Make sure the video card is seated tightly. Try replacing video cable and try different monitor. If cable and monitor are okay try replacing video card. If it still does it you more than likely have a memory problem.
2007-01-11 12:15:38 · answer #3 · answered by clueless 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your computer is not working properly while you are working on it, it could be a problem with device drivers, hardware or software.
Detailed instructions at http://tinyurl.com/yk5zpr
2007-01-12 13:54:15 · answer #4 · answered by sela 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There may be a devastating virus on your computer. It happened to me two years ago, and I had to have all new software re-installed which was expensive.
2007-01-11 12:07:58 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
RAM 'failure' or try fit the RAM correctly in to the socket.
2007-01-11 12:21:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like you need new memory
2007-01-11 12:07:16 · answer #7 · answered by jimmythejock 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋