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Question posted by inthiranvi on October 21st, 2013

Inspiron 545s Beeps 4 Times

evertime i turn on my dell inspiron 545s it keeps beeping 4 times n doent not boot. pls advice thnks

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Answer #1: Posted by TheWiz on October 22nd, 2013 3:30 PM
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That would indicate a hardware issue. The most likely cause is the RAM or video card. You will have to have it repaired either by Dell if it's under warranty or locally.

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Tech Sheet Windows® 7 - Page 4

...and the operating system logo appears, continue to change the boot sequence for one time only. Information in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are either the entities claiming the marks and names...Trademarks used in this document to refer to Boot from CD-ROM. After you reinstall the operating system, you see the Microsoft Windows desktop; Follow the instructions on the screen to ...
Setup Guide - Page 5

...Internet (Optional 12 Using Your InspironDesktop 16 Front View Features 16 ...Back View Features 18 Software Features 20 Solving Problems 23 Network Problems 23 Power Problems 25 Memory Problems 26 Lockups and Software Problems 27 Using Support Tools 30 Dell Support Center 30 Beep Codes 31 System Messages 32 Hardware Troubleshooter 34 Dell...
Setup Guide - Page 7

INSPIRON Setting Up Your InspironDesktop This section provides information about setting up your computer. WARNING: Before you begin any of 5.1 ...never place your computer, ensure that you leave at least 10.2 cm (4 inches) at www.dell.com/ regulatory_compliance. To prevent overheating ensure that shipped with your Inspiron 535s/537s/545s/546s desktop and connecting peripherals.
Setup Guide - Page 33

... an error. • If available, install memory modules of the same type in your computer. • If the problem persists contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 48). BIOS ROM checksum failure. No RAM Detected • Remove the memory modules, reinstall one module and restart the computer. Four beeps - Seven beeps (Inspiron 535s and 545s only) -
Setup Guide - Page 34

... message you identify the cause and action needed to complete the boot routine three consecutive times for the same error (see the documentation for assistance. Possible motherboard failure or RTC battery low. Possible hard disk drive failure during HDD boot test (see "Contacting Dell" on hard disk drive, the hard disk drive cable is...
Setup Guide - Page 54

INSPIRON Specifications Computer Model Inspiron 535s Inspiron 537s Inspiron 545s Inspiron 546s This section provides information that you may vary by region. NOTE: Offerings may need when setting up, updating drivers for SATA hard drives 52 ...
Service Manual - Page 4

... aside the bezel in a secure location. Grasp and lift the bezel grips one at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Rotate and pull the bezel away from the front of the computer to release... a time to release the bezel clamps from the front panel. 4. Removing the Front Bezel 1. Replacing the Front Bezel 1. Back to Contents Page Front Bezel DellInspiron™ 535/537/545/546 ...
Service Manual - Page 5

Back to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards DellInspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing the Card Retention Bracket ...Remove the computer cover (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Inspiron™ 535/537 1 screw 2 card retention bracket Inspiron 545/546 WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer.
Service Manual - Page 13

...computer from the electrical outlet before you touch it has had sufficient time to cool before removing the cover. CAUTION: Despite having a plastic...from the computer (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Back to Contents Page Processor DellInspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing the Processor Replacing the Processor WARNING:...
Service Manual - Page 16

... Drives DellInspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service... Manual Removing a Hard Drive Replacing a Hard Drive Removing a Media Card Reader Replacing a Media Card Reader Removing an Optical Drive Replacing an Optical Drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that you want to keep...later time. NOTE: If you do...
Service Manual - Page 20

...The processor fan with any cables that it has had sufficient time to cool before removing the cover. Inspiron™ 535/537/545 a. Inspiron 546 a. WARNING: To guard against likelihood of electric shock,...the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Fans DellInspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly Replacing ...
Service Manual - Page 22

... the chassis fan towards the front of the computer and lift it up. Inspiron™ 535/537 1 screws (2) 2 chassis fan Inspiron 545/546 Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the chassis fan connector on . Remove...fan and heat sink assembly cable to an electrical outlet, and turn them on the system board (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 6. Replace the computer cover (see System Board...
Service Manual - Page 27

...the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 7. Inspiron 545 Log on Inspiron™ 535/537. Recommended Memory Configuration While installing or ... to your Microsoft® Windows® desktop and click Properties. 10. Right-click the My Computer icon ... your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on your computer. 9. 3 notch 4 memory module...
Service Manual - Page 29

... your computer. Note the routing of the DC power cables underneath the tabs in Before You Begin. 2. Back to Contents Page Power Supply DellInspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that attach...
Service Manual - Page 31

...the configuration of the system setup window. Turn on the keyboard is recommended that you can cause...To read the current amount of time. System Setup Screens Options List - Use the right- Inspiron 535/537 System Info System ...desktop, then shut down the system setup screen information for the computer, if present. Back to Contents Page System Setup DellInspiron™ 535/537/545...
Service Manual - Page 33

... (Disabled by default) Press Enter to change the user password Inspiron 545 System Info System BIOS Info Service Tag Processor Type Processor L2 ...; CDROM; CDROM; CDROM; Off (On by default) On; Not Installed (Not Installed by default) Second Boot Device Removable; Standard CMOS Features Date Time SATA 0 SATA 1 SATA 4 SATA 5 Halt On Displays current date in the format (hh:mm:ss)....
Service Manual - Page 36

... practices information, see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Inspiron 535/537 Inspiron 545 Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup). 2. At the bottom of the menu, enter the number of devices. 4. Locate the 3-pin password reset jumper on the system. Use the arrow keys to highlight the Boot Device Configuration menu option and press to...
Service Manual - Page 38

Inspiron 535/537 Inspiron 545 Inspiron 546 4. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
Service Manual - Page 40

...the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your equipment with...and PCI Express Cards). 4. Inspiron 535/537 1 screws (6) 2 system board Inspiron 545/546 Back to Contents Page System Board DellInspiron™ 535/537/545/546 Service Manual Removing the ...
Service Manual - Page 41

... 1 back of the computer 2 port retention spring Inspiron 545/546 1 back of the computer. CAUTION: Ensure that the port retention springs are identical. Replace the screws that you just removed with the replacement system ...

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