Note: AMIBIOS beep codes are usually short, sound in quick succession, and usually

sound immediately after powering on the computer.

Important: Keep in mind that the beeping is occurring because your computer can not
boot far enough to show anything on the screen, meaning that some very standard
troubleshooting won't be possible.

1 Short Beep
A single short beep from an AMI based BIOS means there has been a memory refresh
timer error.

If you could boot a bit further, you might run a memory test but since you can't,
you'll need to start by replacing the RAM.

If replacing the RAM doesn't work, you should try replacing the motherboard.

2 Short Beeps
Two short beeps means there has been a parity error in base memory. This is an
issue with the first 64 KB block of memory in your RAM.

Like all RAM problems, this isn't something you'll be able to fix yourself or get
repaired. Replacing the RAM module(s) that are causing the problem is almost always
the fix.

3 Short Beeps
Three short beeps means there has been a base memory read/write test error in the
first 64 KB block of memory.

Replacing the RAM usually solves this AMI beep code.

4 Short Beeps
Four short beeps means that the motherboard timer is not working properly but it
could also mean that there's an issue with the RAM module that's in the lowest
(usually marked 0) slot.

Usually a hardware failure with an expansion card or an issue with the motherboard
itself could be the cause of this beep code.

Start by reseating the RAM and then replacing it if that doesn't work. Next,
assuming those ideas have failed, reseat any expansion cards and then replace any
that seem to be the culprit.

Replace the motherboard as a last option.

5 Short Beeps
Five short beeps means there has been a processor error. A damaged expansion card,
the CPU, or the motherboard could be prompting this AMI beep code.

Start by reseating the CPU. If that doesn't work, try reseating any expansion
cards. Chances are, however, the CPU needs replaced.

6 Short Beeps
Six short beeps means that there has been an 8042 Gate A20 test error.

This beep code is usually caused by an expansion card that has failed or a
motherboard that is no longer working.

You might also be dealing with a certain kind of keyboard issue if you hear 6 short
beeps. See our How to Fix an A20 Error for some troubleshooting that help.
If that doesn't work, reseat or replace any expansion cards. Lastly, you might be
dealing with an issue severe enough that you'll need to replace your motherboard.

7 Short Beeps
Seven short beeps indicates a general exception error. This AMI beep code could be
caused by an expansion card problem, a motherboard hardware issue, or a damaged
CPU.

Replacing the whatever faulty hardware is causing the problem is usually the fix
for this beep code.

8 Short Beeps
Eight short beeps means that there has been an error with the display memory.

This beep code is usually caused by a faulty video card. Replacing the video card
usually clears this up but be sure to make sure it's sitting properly in its
expansion slot before buying a replacement. Sometimes this AMI beep code is due to
just a loose card.

9 Short Beeps
Nine short beeps means that there has been an AMIBIOS ROM checksum error.

Literally, this would indicate an issue with the BIOS chip on the motherboard.
However, since replacing a BIOS chip is sometimes impossible, this AMI BIOS issue
is usually corrected by replacing the motherboard.

Before you go that far, try clearing CMOS first. If you're lucky, that'll take care
of the problem for free.

10 Short Beeps
Ten short beeps means that there has been a CMOS shutdown register read/write
error. This beep code is usually caused by a hardware issue with the AMI BIOS chip.

A motherboard replacement will usually solve this problem, although it could be

caused by a damaged expansion card in rare situations.

Before you go replacing things, start by clearing CMOS and reseating all the
expansion cards.

11 Short Beeps
Eleven short beeps means that the cache memory test has failed.

Some piece of essential failing hardware is usually to blame for this AMI BIOS beep
code. Often times it's the motherboard.

1 Long Beep + 2 Short Beeps

One long beep and two short beeps is usually an indication of a failure within the
memory that's part of the video card.

Replacing the video card is almost always the route to go here, but be sure to try
removing and reinstalling it first, just in case the only problem is that it has
wiggled a bit loose.

1 Long Beep + 3 Short Beeps

If you hear one long beep followed by two short ones, this is due to a failure
above the 64 KB mark in the computer's system memory.

There's little practicality in this test vs some of the earlier tests because the
solution is the same - replace the RAM.

1 Long Beep + 8 Short Beeps

One long beep followed by eight short beeps means that the video adapter test has
failed.

Try reseating the video card and making sure any auxiliary power it needs is
connected to the power supply.

If that doesn't work, you'll need to replace the video card.

Alternating Siren
Finally, if you hear an alternating siren-type noise at any time during your
computer use, at boot or afterwards, you are dealing with either a voltage level
issue or a processor fan that's running too low.

This is a clear indication that you should turn off your computer and inspect both
the CPU fan and, if possible, the CPU voltage settings in BIOS/UEFI.