Dell Inspiron 535s SETUP GUIDE - Page 33
Beep Codes, RAM Read/Write failure - inspiron 535 memory
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Using Support Tools Beep Codes Your computer may emit a repetitive beep code during start-up to help troubleshoot problems when error messages cannot be displayed. NOTE: To replace parts see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com. One beep - BIOS ROM checksum failure. Possible motherboard failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 48). Two beeps - No RAM Detected • Remove the memory modules, reinstall one module and restart the computer. If the computer starts normally, reinstall each module until you can identify a faulty module or reinstall the modules without an error. • If available, install memory modules of the same type in your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 48). Three beeps - Possible motherboard failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 48). Four beeps - RAM Read/Write failure • Ensure that no special memory module/ memory connector placement requirements exist (see the Service Manual on the Dell Support website at support.dell.com). • Verify that the memory modules that you are installing are compatible with your computer. • If the problem persists contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 48). Five beeps - Real Time Clock Failure Replace the battery. Six beeps - Video BIOS Test Failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 48). Seven beeps (Inspiron 535s and 545s only) - CPU Failure Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 48). 31