Acer Altos G320 Series - Manual (Page 94)

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BIOS POST error beep codes
The following table lists the POST error beep codes. Prior to system
video initialization, BIOS uses these beep codes to inform you of error
conditions. The beep code occurs only when a critical error occurs or
when the BIOS fails to boot to the operating system. Not all error
conditions are supported by the BIOS beep codes.
Troubleshooting BIOS POST error beep codes
The following table lists the possible beep codes thay may occur while
using the system and is followed by solutions to the situation.
Number of
beeps
Description
1, 2, or 3 Memory error
4 - 7 or
9 - 11
Fatal error indicating a possible serious system problem
8 Video error
Number of
beeps
Troubleshooting action
1, 2, or 3 • Make sure the memory modules are properly seated on
the DIMM slots.
• Make sure the memory modules comply with the system
requirements.
• Make sure the memory modules have been populated
according to the system requirements.
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