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02-03-2016, 07:14 PM
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I've been using my computer regularly for browsing the internet. Last night my PC stopped working suddenly, it shut down and when I tried to start it it kept beeping. I thought it might be RAM problems but checked and everything seemed fine. When I powered it off without RAM it beeped five times with a red LED. After putting RAM back in it booted up automatically with a black screen and green light. Over time the fans started spinning faster, indicating overheating. My system appears clean with a new CMOS battery and thermal paste. VID_322000116_204648_702.mp4 Can someone assist me with this?
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02-03-2016, 07:14 PM #1

I've been using my computer regularly for browsing the internet. Last night my PC stopped working suddenly, it shut down and when I tried to start it it kept beeping. I thought it might be RAM problems but checked and everything seemed fine. When I powered it off without RAM it beeped five times with a red LED. After putting RAM back in it booted up automatically with a black screen and green light. Over time the fans started spinning faster, indicating overheating. My system appears clean with a new CMOS battery and thermal paste. VID_322000116_204648_702.mp4 Can someone assist me with this?

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Morvaxx
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02-04-2016, 07:57 PM
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Hi, this seems like a RAM issue, or maybe it’s just outdated. My PC is an HP 8300 from 3 years ago, but I gave it back because I’m not very tech-savvy. It might be best to bring it to a repair shop for diagnosis and fixing.
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Morvaxx
02-04-2016, 07:57 PM #2

Hi, this seems like a RAM issue, or maybe it’s just outdated. My PC is an HP 8300 from 3 years ago, but I gave it back because I’m not very tech-savvy. It might be best to bring it to a repair shop for diagnosis and fixing.

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02-04-2016, 09:33 PM
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You verified the memory, the safest option is to visit a reliable service center and confirm everything is correctly installed.
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02-04-2016, 09:33 PM #3

You verified the memory, the safest option is to visit a reliable service center and confirm everything is correctly installed.

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02-05-2016, 05:30 AM
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The beep indicates a memory issue; wipe the contact area on the RAM with an eraser. Then, use a fan to blow air into the DDR4 connectors.
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MaddiBlake
02-05-2016, 05:30 AM #4

The beep indicates a memory issue; wipe the contact area on the RAM with an eraser. Then, use a fan to blow air into the DDR4 connectors.

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02-05-2016, 07:24 AM
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I took it to a nearby repair shop, but they’re confident they can’t figure out the issue. They mentioned earlier that they didn’t find anything.
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02-05-2016, 07:24 AM #5

I took it to a nearby repair shop, but they’re confident they can’t figure out the issue. They mentioned earlier that they didn’t find anything.

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02-06-2016, 07:48 AM
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You should probably upgrade to a new computer, it’s been around 8-9 years and fixing it isn’t worth it anymore. If you have money, visit Currys in the UK; I’m not sure about U.S. shops. In the U.S., Amazon has plenty of gaming and regular PC options online, whether you’re on a budget or not. BestBuy in the U.S. also carries laptops—don’t attempt to repair an 8 or 9-year-old model, it’s probably time to replace it.
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SkyNanners
02-06-2016, 07:48 AM #6

You should probably upgrade to a new computer, it’s been around 8-9 years and fixing it isn’t worth it anymore. If you have money, visit Currys in the UK; I’m not sure about U.S. shops. In the U.S., Amazon has plenty of gaming and regular PC options online, whether you’re on a budget or not. BestBuy in the U.S. also carries laptops—don’t attempt to repair an 8 or 9-year-old model, it’s probably time to replace it.

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