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Old 17th February 2011 | 12:24
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le Pingouin
 
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From: YMML
If the computer is still usable while beeping it probably isn't RAM or motherboard failure as they generally cause crashes, lock-ups & failures to boot.

One possibility is the BIOS is configured to beep when the CPU reaches a certain temperature, warning things are getting a bit warm.

Check the fans on the CPU, in the power supply & on the GPU, plus any others you can find for dust & functionality. The CPU heatsink could be full of dust as well - a nice insulating blanket.

It's also possible the warning temperature is set low - settings can spontaneously change so check.
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