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Parity error in base memory (first 64KB block)
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Base memory read/write test error
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Motherboard timer not operational
5
Processor error
6
8042 Gate A20 test error (cannot switch to
protected mode)
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General exception error (processor exception
interrupt error)
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Display memory error (system video adapter)
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AMIBIOS ROM checksum error
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CMOS shutdown register read/write error
5.4.3
Troubleshooting Post BIOS Beep Codes
Number of Beeps
Description
1, 2 or 3
Reseat the memory, or replace with known good
modules.
4-7, 9-11
Fatal error indicating a serious problem with the
system. Consult your system manufacturer. Before
declaring the motherboard beyond all hope, eliminate
the possibility of interference by a malfunctioning
add-in card. Remove all expansion cards except the
video adapter.
• If beep codes are generated when all other expansion
cards are absent, consult your system manufacturer‟s
technical support.
• If beep codes are not generated when all other
expansion cards are absent, one of the add-in cards
is causing the malfunction. Insert the cards back into
the system one at a time until the problem
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If the system video adapter is an add-in card,
replace or reset the video adapter. If the video
adapter is an integrated part of the system board,
the board may be faulty.