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    Help: Gateway P-172X FX Problem

    Discussion in 'Gateway and eMachines' started by ek1440, Aug 27, 2009.

  1. ek1440

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    When i start the computer, the screen doesnt start and there are 3 beeps. one long one, then two shorter ones...any ideas would be much appreciated
     
    ek1440, Aug 27, 2009
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    Have you checked to make sure your RAM is seated properly?
     
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    no, ill check that now
     
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    no, it still beeps when i start it, and the screen remains black
     
    ek1440, Aug 28, 2009
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    What was the last thing you did before this fault started?
     
    iaTa, Aug 29, 2009
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    ek1440, Aug 31, 2009
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