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How To Fix Dell Laptop That Beeps or Keeps Beeping - Dell Beep Codes - Computer Beeps

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If your Dell computer that beeps at start-up, use this video to start troubleshooting. Beeps are usually done by BIOS to tell us what is wrong with the computer. Use the beep code to determine the issue and how to fix it !! For a complete list of Dell beep codes, dell.com/support/article/en-us/sln293445/unders…

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FAQ's:
Q: What do I do if my computer beeps 1 or 3 times?
A: A single or a 3 beep pattern is usually a Motherboard: Chipset error. First run the Dell Diagnostics as seen here; youtu.be/NnXmTF0KAYM. If that shows no errors, try to perform a BIOS Reset as seen here; youtu.be/76I2Ec9K7lw

Q: My Dell computer beeps 4 times and wont start.
A: A 4 beep pattern is usually referring to a RAM error. Have you tried the RAM test seen here?

Q: What do I do if my computer beeps 5 times?
A: A 5 beep pattern is usually referring to a CMOS Battery failure. Try replacing it. You can see how to access that part here; youtu.be/76I2Ec9K7lw. You can see examples of CMOS battery replacements here in the Computer Component List: amazon.com/shop/pcmonkey/list/151Q0TXYMND7O?ref…

Q: What do I do if my computer beeps 7 times?
A: A 7 beep pattern is usually referring to a CPU failure. Run the Dell Diagnostic Test as seen here; youtu.be/NnXmTF0KAYM. If an issue with your CPU, it will have to be replaced. Its also possible the CPU is fine and its the Motherboard that has gone bad, as they tend to go bad before the CPU. Up to you which to swap out first. CPU would be easier. (Note: Some viewers have reported a RAM issue to be the cause of their 7 beep pattern)

Q: What if my computer beeps 8 times?
A: Some people mistake a 4 beep repeating pattern for 8. However, if your computer is beeping 8 times, its most likely an older Dell computer, and it would mean an LCD failure. Try reseating the LCD Cable. Then, if that does not work, replace the cable. If that does not work, replace the LCD.





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PC Monkey published this 5:09 video tutorial on April 2, 2020. It has been watched 878,896 times on YouTube.

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