IBM beep codes- There are so many models but these beep codes are generally match with the many models of IBM motherboard some time it vary because new technologies are introduced in a short time period .
| Beep Codes | Indications |
|---|---|
|
1 Short beep |
Normal POST, System is ok. |
|
No beep |
Problem in Power supply or Motherboard |
|
2 Short beeps |
POST Error – Code on Display |
|
Continuous beep |
Power supply or Motherboard error |
|
Repeating short beeps |
Power supply or Motherboard error |
|
1 short, 1 long beep |
System Motherboard error |
|
1 long, 2 short beeps |
Display adapter error (MDA/CGA)
*MDA- monochrome display adapter. *CGA- color graphic adapter. |
|
1 long, 3 short beeps |
Display adapter error (EGA/VGA)
*EGA- enhance graphics adapter *VGA-video graphics array |
|
3 long beeps |
keyboard card or keyboard error |
|
One beep, blank screen or incorrect display |
fault in Video circuitry |
Solutions:
No beep & power supply solution:-
1st step – check the power source (ups, invertor supply).
2nd step – check power supply cable.
3rd step- check power supply (motherboard required wattage).
4th step- check the fuse of the power supply.
5th step- check the power is supplied on motherboard or not.
6th step- change motherboard or repair it in repairing shop .
*The best way is to check by using working power supply on that motherboard.
1 long and 3 short (keyboard solution):-
1st step- check the back panel keyboard port that the keyboard connector is plug-in properly or not .If this problem occur then after plug-in properly then restart the computer system.
2nd step- check the keys of your keyboard that the keys are not stuck.
3rd step – change the keyboard.
4th step- if problem re-occur then check with USB keyboard.
5th step- repairs it in IBM service station.
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