I am hearing 4 beeps 4 times during power on, but system does not start- IBM thinkpad lenovo R 61

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Lenovo R52 think pad makes 4 beeps after computer has been on awhile. Once it starts beeping there is a small break and then it beeps again 4X.

Four cycles of four short beepsand a blank screen.Problem:----> System board (security chip)
Do you still have warranty?
Try pulling out memory sticks and putting them back in.. here is something I found. Might help.

For reseating instructions (for my T42p), I used:

http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/MIGR-46513.html

http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-46515

and a video, which reminded me that there was one more screw to remove(!):

http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/MIGR-50227.html

Dec 03, 2012 • Lenovo ThinkPad R52 PC Notebook

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My Lenovo T61 is not troubleshooting. It was infected by an virus, How can I restart the computer? Please help

Hi,

ThinkPad computers have what we call the service partition, which can set the computer back to its factory stated even without the recovery disc. The service partition can be accessed by pressing the Access ThinkPad or Access IBM button during start up.

Prior to performing a software recovery, Lenovo recommends returning your system to it's original factory configuration by removing all hardware that has been added to your system.
When the system first starts, the following message will be displayed on a blank screen:

To start the Product Recovery program, press F11

This message will stay on the screen for approximately 2 seconds, and it will be there every time the machine is started from a powered off state. If the F11 key is pressed while the message is displayed, then the system will enter the Service partition.

Select Full Recovery to get rid of the viruses. Wait for it to complete and your computer will be back to when it was fresh as new.

Thank you for visiting FixYa! a 4 thumbs up if this helped will be greatly appreciated.

Jun 01, 2011 • Lenovo ThinkPad T61 Notebook

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Unit will not start only gives 3 Beeps

Seems like it could be a memory problem, replacing the RAM or checking to the if it seated correctly would be the best thing to do.
If you have an AMIBIOS.

Three beeps means there has been a base memory read/write test error. Replacing the RAM usually solves this AMI beep code.

If you have AwardBIOS.

Any other beep code pattern you hear means that there has been some kind of memory problem. Replacing your RAM is the most you'll need to do to fix this problem.

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Mar 17, 2011 • IBM ThinkPad T42p: T42p Pentium M 1.8GHZ,...

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I have an IBM T40 (2379). Sometimes it boots up, sometimes it doesn't and beeps 4 times at me, but the real problem is that the screen will come on for 3-4 seconds, and then shut off. What could be my...

Beeps usually mean there is a problem with your system hardware. 4 beeps usually mean a memory failure, but beep codes vary. Google "beep codes" to get a list of meanings. Lenovo Support has several pages for this. Try HERE

Sep 28, 2010 • IBM ThinkPad T40 2379 Notebook

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My ibm thinkpad r-52 is locked with bios password.how can i remove that .i dont know the password.plz help me [email protected]

Please note that Thinkpad stores the password in a special security chip which is accessed during boot time.

The only option I know to reset BIOS password in a Thinkpad is to disassemble the system and then use the steps mentioned in the following link

http://sodoityourself.com/hacking-ibm-thinkpad-bios-password/

Mar 10, 2010 • IBM ThinkPad R52 Notebook

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Not able to read dvd's and able to read cd's model lenovo 510i (what is it?) T510i Thinkpad?

While I was not able to find that specific model of laptop, I was able to locate the CDRW Bay and based on my research this bay only supports the following models. Though it may look the same and even have the same interface, if it is not in the supported model list, it will not properly function.

Supported Media Types:

CD-ROM
CD-R
CD-RW
DVD-ROM

Compatible with:

IBM Lenovo ThinkPad R50
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad R50e
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad R50p
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad R51
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad R51e
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad R52
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T40
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T40p
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T41
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T41p
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T42
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T42p
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T43
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T43p
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T60
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T60p
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad X40 series (X series media slice or Ultrabase required)
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad X41 series (X series media slice or Ultrabase required)
IBM Lenovo ThinkPad T30, X30, X31, R40 series (2366, 2367, 2884, 2885, 2681, 2682, 2683, 2896, 2722, 2723, 2724, 2897, 2672, 2673 - when installed with the optional ThinkPad Slim Drive adapter for the UltraBay 2000 or X series UltraBase or Media Slice)

If you see your model in this list comment back and we can move forward with getting your issue resolved.

Good Luck,

NOLA Tech

Jan 29, 2010 • Lenovo (13N6769) CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo Drive

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IBM thinkpad T42 won't boot. It beeps with the following x-x-x-x x-x-x-x x-x-x-x (4 repetitions 3 sets)

The most commons problems are memory and your system board.

Remove memory modules and insert one at a time (if multiple) or just reseat (remove and reinsert) if one module.

If not memory, your system board is faulty.

Here's some assistance from the Lenovo site:

http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-50233

Hope this helps.

Aug 15, 2009 • IBM ThinkPad T42 Notebook

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Lenovo R 61 thinkpad starts with differnt setting each time

Dear,

in now days there is a virus affected your system hardwares so 1st scanned with antivirus than try something new,or try to install your driver again.

THNX

May 15, 2008 • IBM Computers & Internet

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Laptop problem

1 long beep + 2 short beeps during a POST (Power-On Self Test) for a IBM ThinkPad stands for System board, video adapter or LCD assembly failure.

Dec 27, 2007 • IBM ThinkPad T30 2366 Notebook

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Beeping noise and blank screen

The beeps are part of the POST (Power On Self-Test). Here's a link to the Lenovo site that might help you interpret the beeps you're hearing:

http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/MIGR-46018.html

Good luck.

Nov 19, 2007 • IBM ThinkPad T30 2366 Notebook

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Usually this means that the memory is defective or has been removed or popped loose in its sockets. Try to reseat the memory DIMMs or replace them.

Answer 2 · 4/8/2009 12:00:00 AM

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Posted on Apr 08, 2009

SOURCE: i am trying to search & install the audio driver

http://www.opendrivers.com/driver/240494/ibm-thinkpad-r61-r61e-r61i-conexant-hd-audio-driver-4.18.0.0-3.38.0.52-windows-xp-vista(x32-x64)-free-download.html
do not look at the free scan for drivers ..your driver is a little down the page just download and run ...ya might also keep it so you never have to do this again ...( keep it in a different partition than C ...so if you ever format C partition ..you will still have the driver )
Good luck ...and rate me please :P !
have a great day !

Anonymous

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Posted on Aug 10, 2009

SOURCE: lenovo thinkpad R51e ,when i power on the laptop it show error271

This error message is generated when the BIOS Date and Time is incorrect. Go into the BIOS configuration to change the Date and Time. When you reboot and still get the same error message then the BIOS battery is flat and needs to be replaced and the Date and Time setting needs to be change to the current Date and Time after replacing the battery.
If you cannot get into the BIOS configuration (press F1 on bootup) or you get a lock icon in the top LH corner of the screen, this is a Power on Password symbol, enter the passsword to bootup the laptop and then press F1 to get into the BIOS configuration.

Anonymous

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Posted on Dec 01, 2009

SOURCE: My lenovo ThinkPad T500 is losing power. Happens

A laptop consumes battery even when it's off. If you want to conserve your battery, remove it from the laptop.

Anonymous

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Posted on Mar 12, 2010

SOURCE: Lenovo ThinkPad R61 Fan

Were you able to fix it? I took out the fan and cleaned it with a toothbrush (didn't disassemble it). If it worked, can you provide some insight into what you did?

Anonymous

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Posted on Jun 09, 2010

SOURCE: Thinkpad T500 lenovo laptop will not start but bat...

Shutdown laptop.
Remove battery, other external peripherals connected, disconnect from ac adapter.
Press and hold power button for 10 seconds to drain power.
Restart laptop.

Answer 3 · 4/8/2009 12:00:00 AM

Catalin Turcu

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Posted on Apr 08, 2009

SOURCE: i am trying to search & install the audio driver

http://www.opendrivers.com/driver/240494/ibm-thinkpad-r61-r61e-r61i-conexant-hd-audio-driver-4.18.0.0-3.38.0.52-windows-xp-vista(x32-x64)-free-download.html
do not look at the free scan for drivers ..your driver is a little down the page just download and run ...ya might also keep it so you never have to do this again ...( keep it in a different partition than C ...so if you ever format C partition ..you will still have the driver )
Good luck ...and rate me please :P !
have a great day !

Answer 4 · 8/10/2009 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

32281 Answers
Posted on Aug 10, 2009

SOURCE: lenovo thinkpad R51e ,when i power on the laptop it show error271

This error message is generated when the BIOS Date and Time is incorrect. Go into the BIOS configuration to change the Date and Time. When you reboot and still get the same error message then the BIOS battery is flat and needs to be replaced and the Date and Time setting needs to be change to the current Date and Time after replacing the battery.
If you cannot get into the BIOS configuration (press F1 on bootup) or you get a lock icon in the top LH corner of the screen, this is a Power on Password symbol, enter the passsword to bootup the laptop and then press F1 to get into the BIOS configuration.

Answer 5 · 12/1/2009 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

70 Answers
Posted on Dec 01, 2009

SOURCE: My lenovo ThinkPad T500 is losing power. Happens

A laptop consumes battery even when it's off. If you want to conserve your battery, remove it from the laptop.

Answer 6 · 3/12/2010 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Mar 12, 2010

SOURCE: Lenovo ThinkPad R61 Fan

Were you able to fix it? I took out the fan and cleaned it with a toothbrush (didn't disassemble it). If it worked, can you provide some insight into what you did?

Answer 7 · 6/9/2010 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

14 Answers
Posted on Jun 09, 2010

SOURCE: Thinkpad T500 lenovo laptop will not start but bat...

Shutdown laptop.
Remove battery, other external peripherals connected, disconnect from ac adapter.
Press and hold power button for 10 seconds to drain power.
Restart laptop.

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