WTF? What causes this?...

[TheGrandHooHa]

I have a P3-667 rig here. Motherboard unknown. I originally started getting some weird beep codes. After replacing most parts, I decided to change processors, since it was the only thing left (also, I tried new memory, so that is not the problem). Now, with the new CPU installed, I get the following beep code(s) which are not listed on any of the sites that define beep codes:

Beep-Beeep-Beeeeeep (the more 'e''s, the longer the beep)

and after that first set, a continual, higher pitched series of short beeps that never end.

Has anyone heard of this? Again, a P3, with Award Bios.


PS- I tested the power supply, and it is functioning properly, so THAT isn;t the problem. It is a 250 watter, which is sufficient for a computer this age (~2 years old).

Thanks in advance,
TGHH

 

[agnitrate]

2 short beeps followed by a long beep usually means video card. Anything more than like 3 beeps I'm willing to bet cash that its the memory. Or it could be the motherboard, but I've usually seen that more than 3 or 4 beeps is bad memory.

Since you said you switched it though, it might be the bios. Did you try clearing the CMOS yet?

silver

 

[TheGrandHooHa]

Changed the video card already, and tried new memory. I think those are ruled out, but I will try clearing the CMOS

Also, it should be noted that there is a 2 second pause between the 2 types of peep, which lead me to belive that there are *2* problems.. but maybe not.

I will try clearing the CMOS. If that doesn't work, any other suggestions.