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TAKORADI TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

HND INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY II (EVENING)

HARDWARE TECHNOLOGY – QUIZ

QUESTION.

1. A computer gives continues beep sound without booting. Identify FIVE possible
causes of the problem and provide appropriate remedies

ANSWER.

A continuous beep sound from a computer without booting typically indicates a hardware issue.
Here are five possible causes and their remedies:

1. Memory (RAM) Issues

Cause:

 Faulty RAM or improperly seated RAM modules can cause continuous beep sounds.

Remedy:

 Check RAM Placement: Open the computer case and ensure the RAM modules are
properly seated in their slots. Remove and reseat them to ensure a secure connection.
 Test RAM: If the beeping persists, test each RAM module individually by booting the
computer with one module at a time. Replace any faulty RAM.

2. Power Supply Problems

Cause:

 Insufficient power or faulty power supply unit (PSU) can lead to continuous beeping.

Remedy:

 Check Connections: Ensure all power cables are securely connected to the motherboard,
GPU, and other components.
 Test PSU: Use a PSU tester to check if the power supply is delivering the correct
voltages. Replace the PSU if it’s faulty.
3. Motherboard Issues

Cause:

 A faulty motherboard or issues with its components can cause beeping sounds.

Remedy:

 Inspect Motherboard: Check for any visible damage, such as burnt components or
swollen capacitors. Ensure all components are securely connected.
 Reset BIOS/CMOS: Clear the CMOS by removing the CMOS battery for a few minutes
and then reinstalling it. This resets the BIOS settings to default and can resolve some
motherboard-related issues.

4. Graphics Card (GPU) Problems

Cause:

 A faulty or improperly seated graphics card can lead to continuous beeps.

Remedy:

 Check GPU Placement: Ensure the graphics card is properly seated in its PCI-E slot.
Remove and reseat it to ensure a secure connection.
 Test GPU: If the problem persists, test the computer with a different graphics card or use
the onboard graphics (if available) to determine if the GPU is faulty.

5. Overheating Issues

Cause:

 Overheating components, especially the CPU, can cause continuous beeps as a warning.

Remedy:

 Check Cooling System: Ensure all fans are working correctly and there is no dust
blocking the airflow. Clean the dust from the fans and heat sinks.
 Reapply Thermal Paste: If the CPU is overheating, remove the heatsink, clean off the
old thermal paste, and apply a fresh layer of thermal paste before reattaching the heatsink.

Additional Steps

 Consult the Manual: Refer to the motherboard’s manual or the computer’s


documentation for the specific beep code interpretations, as different manufacturers may
have different beep codes.
 Professional Help: If the issue persists after trying the above remedies, consider seeking
professional help to diagnose and repair the problem.

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