I have a frankenputer that won't boot and a mystery beep code. I have the following:
HP XW4600 Workstation MB (Intel X38 chipset)
HP 442036-001 650 Watt PS
Intel Q9550 processor (on supported list for MB)
Micron Crucial CT2KIT25672AA80EA.M18FH PC2-6400 Unbuffered ECC CL5
I have tried other compatible memory and Q8200 processor. I get same beep code with no memory installed, so I thought it was memory. With 4-pin ATX MB power cable unplugged I get the expected bad PS beep code. I've tried 3 different video cards and no video card. With FD and without. With KB and without. No change. Help! I've confirmed that the power supply I have is compatible with the motherboard. Could it be a bad motherboard? The only parts I haven't changed are the MB and PS.
HP XW4600 Workstation MB (Intel X38 chipset)
HP 442036-001 650 Watt PS
Intel Q9550 processor (on supported list for MB)
Micron Crucial CT2KIT25672AA80EA.M18FH PC2-6400 Unbuffered ECC CL5
I have tried other compatible memory and Q8200 processor. I get same beep code with no memory installed, so I thought it was memory. With 4-pin ATX MB power cable unplugged I get the expected bad PS beep code. I've tried 3 different video cards and no video card. With FD and without. With KB and without. No change. Help! I've confirmed that the power supply I have is compatible with the motherboard. Could it be a bad motherboard? The only parts I haven't changed are the MB and PS.