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I have a Dell Desktop GX620 with 1 gb Ram, 250 GB HDD and Pentium D Processor. Whenever I use the System, it will start and then after a proper shut down. I will start the system again, the three beep noises comes from the motherboard, I have replace the Rams. I was told by the Dealer, that the motherboard d945 Main Bio IC is getting Hot too fast. What should I do, Change the System or the Motherboard? But which motherboard do you recommend then?

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Here is a link to a manual for this computer.
http://support.dell.com/support/edocs/systems/opgx260/en/ug/solvprob.htm#1166448
Look where it states Diagnostics lights and see if the light patterns in the back panel lights match any on the list. It might help you on pin pointing your issue. If it is a memory issue and you have already replaced it then it is the motherboard.
found this link on ebay.com
http://shop.ebay.com/?_nkw=Dell+Optiplex+Gx260+motherboard&_sacat=See-All-Categories&_fromfsb=&_trksid=m270.l1313&_odkw=Dell+Optiplex+Gx260&_osacat=92924

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