No video signal (good PSU, new MoBo, new ram

Skenny888

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Nov 14, 2013
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Desktop: Dell Dimension 8300
Not getting a video signal to monitor.
Replaced vid card, same issue.
Replaced MoBo, same issue.
Replaced 2x1GB RAM, same issue.
The only change is now I get 2 beeps during POST.
The PSU rang out good on pin voltages.

Any advice/insight would be appreciated!!!
 
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Well, 2 beeps means that the ram is the issue, I don't know why I didn't find that article.
Try reseating your RAM, and trying only one slot at a time with each module.
If you have a GPU, make sure you're plugging it into the GPU and not into the motherboard.
If it's not that, try connecting your cable to the motherboard.
I searched the internet for beep codes, but was unable to find one that fits "two beeps".
There should be diagnostic lights on the rear of the motherboard.
Check them and reply here with their colours.
 


http://www.computerhope.com/beep.htm
 


Well, 2 beeps means that the ram is the issue, I don't know why I didn't find that article.
Try reseating your RAM, and trying only one slot at a time with each module.
 
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