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Computer Wont respond after the RAM was switched. 6 beeps.

By krazedkenboi on Nov 05, 2009

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Me and my girl wanted to switch our 2 memory sticks (RAM) with old pairs thats she had back then. Supposedly had stuff from when she was younger. We turned off the computer, unplugged it and opened the side to switch the RAM on the slots. When we plugged back everything and turned on the computer, it started to beep. six times it beeped and the monitor didnt respond so it went to sleep. We eneded up switching the RAm with the original ones and still when we turn it on it gives us the 6 beeps. We really dont have the money to repair it but what can we do to fix the problem?

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posted on Nov 05, 2009

lock123

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Hello

The beep code you are getting is faulty ram. There really is not anything you can do to fix this yourself. Sorry

Best regards
Andrea

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posted on Nov 05, 2009

akyles

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Sorry to hear that you are having problems with you computer.

Six beeps means memory error. I hope the memory was not damaged by static electricity or broken connector. You need to be sure the RAM modules are correctly installed, remove them carefully and install it without pushing hard and be sure the memory fits the connector.

Don't work with computers or electronic devices in a room where a carpet is installed. It generates statil electricity.

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