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    Bios beep R2.

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by Phantom3D, May 30, 2011.

  1. Phantom3D

    Phantom3D Notebook Consultant

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    Hey
    When I shut down my M11x, and start it again the bios locks up and beeps. I have to shut it down with the powerbutton and then start it again.

    If i restart it is all fine. Any ideas? I have tried to reinstall the dell Bios but still no luck.
     
    Phantom3D, May 30, 2011
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  2. mfractal

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    How many beeps ? Long/Short ?
     
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  3. thegh0sts

    thegh0sts Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    dud ram maybe but yes it depends on the order of the beeps.
     
    thegh0sts, May 30, 2011
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    yeah, RAM is the usual suspect..
     
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    Beep beep beep - pause - beep beep beep.
     
    Phantom3D, May 30, 2011
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