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BIOS POST error beep codes
The following table lists the POST error beep codes. Prior to system
video initialization, BIOS uses these beep codes to inform you of error
conditions. The beep code occurs only when a critical error occurs or
when the BIOS fails to boot to the operating system. Not all error
conditions are supported by the BIOS beep codes.
Number of
Description
beeps
1, 2, or 3
Memory error
4 - 7 or
Fatal error indicating a possible serious system problem
9 - 11
8
Video error
Troubleshooting BIOS POST error beep codes
The following table lists the possible beep codes thay may occur while
using the system and is followed by solutions to the situation.
Number of
Troubleshooting action
beeps
1, 2, or 3
• Make sure the memory modules are properly seated on
• Make sure the memory modules comply with the system
• Make sure the memory modules have been populated
the DIMM slots.
requirements.
according to the system requirements.
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