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Question posted by badsahnaveen71 on October 27th, 2023

Motherboard Beep 4 Time And Continue After Regular Intervals Of Time.

My PC don't turn on but motherboard beep 4 time

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Answer #1: Posted by Ase2007 on December 22nd, 2023 1:48 AM
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When the computer emits intermittent alarm sounds and restarts after seconds, it is trying to send a message to the user that there is a problem and to protect itself at the same time. The problem with your computer is most likely a hardware problem. You should check the following: -

1- Make sure that the processor's cooling fan is working efficiently and that there is no heating

2- If the fan is healthy, there is a white substance between the processor and the cooling fan. This substance usually dries up after a long period of operation. If this is the case, you must replace it with a new substance, which is sold in the market. This is if you notice high levels of heat in the bag.

3- Make sure that the capacitors in the motherboard are not damaged. A damaged capacitor often causes instability in the device's performance, and if it is damaged, it must be replaced by a specialized person.

4- Cleaning the RAM does not solve the problem if the RAM is already damaged, so you must try other RAMs.

5- Check the graphics card using the BIOS software

6- Try to analyze what you did before this problem appeared. Did you, for example, add new software? Or, for example, connect an external hard disk to it? And others

7- It may be a temporary problem that can be solved on its own, as it is said that 10% of computer malfunctions are solved through charity.

8- Follow safety procedures when examining the computer and disconnect the power from it during the manual examination. Good luck, God willing.

Answer #2: Posted by Technicalproblemsolver on October 27th, 2023 3:02 PM
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The four beeps you are hearing from your Intel DG31GL motherboard indicate a POST (Power-On Self-Test) failure. This type of beep code usually suggests a hardware issue. Here are a few troubleshooting steps to help you identify the problem:

1. Check RAM: Open your computer case and ensure that the RAM modules are properly seated in their slots. If there are multiple RAM sticks, try removing them one by one and then reinserting each one. Make sure they are firmly in place.

2. Clear CMOS: Locate the CMOS battery on the motherboard and remove it for about 5-10 minutes. This will reset the BIOS settings to default. After the appropriate time has passed, reinstall the battery and try turning on your computer again.

3. Check Graphics Card: If you have a dedicated graphics card installed on your motherboard, try removing it and then reseating it. If you are using integrated graphics, skip this step.

4. Inspect Power Supply: Check all power cables connected to the motherboard, ensuring they are securely plugged in. Additionally, you may want to try using a different power supply if you have access to one, as a faulty power supply can cause startup issues.

5. Test with Minimal Configuration: Disconnect all non-essential components from your motherboard, such as additional hard drives, DVD drives, and expansion cards. Leave only the essentials connected, such as the CPU, one RAM stick, graphics card, and power supply cables. Try turning on your computer again to see if the issue persists.

If after going through these steps the problem still persists and your PC won't turn on, it may be time to take it to a professional technician for diagnose and repair or contact Intel customer support for further assistance.



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Answer #3: Posted by SonuKumar on October 28th, 2023 7:14 AM
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A 4-beep code on the Intel DG31GL motherboard indicates a memory error. This could be due to a number of factors, including:

Faulty memory modules

Incompatible memory modules

Loosely seated memory modules

A problem with the motherboard's memory controller

To troubleshoot this error, you can try the following steps:

Check the memory modules. Make sure that the memory modules are properly seated in the motherboard's memory slots. If you have more than one memory module, try removing one module at a time and see if the error persists. If the error goes away when you remove a particular memory module, that module is likely faulty.

Test the memory modules. You can use a memory testing tool, such as MemTest86+, to test the memory modules for errors. To do this, create a bootable MemTest86+ USB drive and boot your computer from the USB drive. MemTest86+ will then test the memory modules for errors. If it finds any errors, it will display them on the screen.

Update the BIOS. It is also possible that the BIOS on your motherboard is outdated and needs to be updated. You can download the latest BIOS update from the Intel website.

Contact Intel support. If you have tried all of the above steps and the error persists, you may need to contact Intel support for assistance.

Note: If you are not comfortable troubleshooting this error yourself, you can take your computer to a qualified technician for assistance.


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Product Guide - Page 2

...the equipment to comply with the instructions, may be claimed as the property of others. Desktop Board DG31GL may contain design defects or errors known as errata which can radiate radio frequency energy ...World Wide Web site at any time, without notice. These limits are not intended for use . This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, ...
Product Guide - Page 3

... intended for Intel® Desktop Board DG31GL. The suitability of product features 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components: instructions on how to install the Desktop Board and other environments, such as Information Technology Equipment (I.T.E.) for use in personal computers (PC) for installation in this product for other PC or embedded non-PC applications or other hardware...
Product Guide - Page 4

Intel Desktop Board DG31GL Product Guide Conventions The following conventions are used in this manual: CAUTION Cautions warn the user about how to prevent damage to important information. Terminology ...
Product Guide - Page 5

... 19 Fan Headers 19 LAN Wake Capabilities 19 Instantly Available PC Technology 20 +5 V Standby Power Indicator LED 20 Wake from USB 21 PME# Signal Wake-up Support 22 ENERGY STAR* Capable 22 Speaker...22 Battery ...22 Real-Time Clock 22 2 Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Before You Begin 23 Installation Precautions 24 Prevent...
Product Guide - Page 6

... A Error Messages and Indicators BIOS Beep Codes 57 BIOS Error Messages 57 B Regulatory Compliance Safety Standards 59 Place Battery Marking 59 European Union Declaration of Conformity Statement 60 Product Ecology Statements 61 Recycling Considerations 61 Lead-free 2LI/Pb-free 2LI Board 64 Restriction of the Standby Power Indicator 21 4. Desktop Board DG31GL Components 11 2.
Product Guide - Page 7

...Header 43 22. LAN Connector LEDs 16 4. Front Panel Intel High Definition Audio Header Signal Names 40 5. Beep Codes 57 12. EMC Regulations 68 17. Lift the Socket Lever 27 7. Location of the BIOS Configuration...51 25. Connecting the Diskette Drive Cable 36 17. Desktop Board DG31GL Mounting Screw Hole Locations 26 6. Remove the Processor from the Protective Processor Cover 29 10...
Product Guide - Page 9

...devices) • One diskette drive interface • One serial port header • PS/2* keyboard and mouse ports continued 9 Feature Summary Form Factor Processor Main Memory Chipset Graphics Audio microATX (218.44 millimeters [8.60 inches] x 243... Intel® G31 Express Chipset consisting of Intel® Desktop Board DG31GL. Table 1. Table 1 summarizes the major features of the...
Product Guide - Page 10

Intel Desktop Board DG31GL Product Guide Table 1. Feature Summary (continued) BIOS • Intel® Platform Innovation Framework for extensible firmware ...• Microsoft Windows XP Home For more information about Desktop Board DG31GL, including the Technical Product Specification (TPS), BIOS updates, and device drivers, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. 10
Product Guide - Page 11

Desktop Board DG31GL Components 11 Desktop Board Features Desktop Board Components Figure 1 shows the approximate location of the major components on Desktop Board DG31GL. Figure 1.
Product Guide - Page 13

...; DIMM Type and Timings listed below: Type Timing DDR2-800 5-5-5 or 6-6-6 only DDR2-667 5-5-5 only • Serial Presence Detect (SPD) memory only • Memory configurations listed below . • Two 240-pin Double Data Rate 2 (DDR2) SDRAM Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) connectors with gold-plated contacts. • Support for Desktop Board DG31GL, http://www.intel...
Product Guide - Page 15

...controller • PCI bus power management For information about audio drivers and utilities go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. Desktop Board Features Audio Subsystem The onboard audio subsystem consists of 90 dB for recording and 95 dB for playback • ... about LAN software and drivers, go to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. 15
Product Guide - Page 21

... from USB. Wake from USB NOTE Wake from USB requires the use of the Standby Power Indicator For information on standby current requirements for the Desktop Board, refer to the Technical Product Specification by going to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/, finding the product, and clicking on the Technical Documents tab...
Product Guide - Page 22

... the values in CMOS RAM and the clock current when the computer is turned off . Go to define the new requirements. Currently Intel Desktop Boards are capable of meeting the new ENERGY STAR requirements depending upon system configuration. Intel Desktop Board DG31GL Product Guide PME# Signal Wake-up Support When the PME# signal on the PCI...
Product Guide - Page 23

...these guidelines before you how to: • Install the I/O shield • Install and remove the Desktop Board • Install and remove a processor • Install and remove memory • Connect the diskette ...its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you can continue to the audio system • Connect chassis fan and power supply cables • ...
Product Guide - Page 47

...local environmental regulations. The clock is plugged in CMOS RAM (for example, the date and time) might not be accurate. When the voltage drops below a certain level, the BIOS Setup... replaced with an equivalent one. Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Replacing the Battery A coin-cell battery (CR2032) powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory. Batterier ska kasseras enligt ...
Product Guide - Page 53

... at the last Express BIOS Update window. 5. Follow the instructions provided in the dialog boxes to the DG31GL page, click "[view] Latest BIOS updates," and select the Express BIOS Update utility file. 3. Updating ...can be rebooted at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/. 2. Your system will be used to view and change the BIOS settings for multiple identical systems.) ...
Product Guide - Page 54

... supplier or by using either of a bootable CD-ROM that contains the files you need to the Desktop Board DG31GL page on the Intel World Wide Web site at http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop. Intel Desktop Board DG31GL Product Guide Updating the BIOS with the ISO Image BIOS Update File The ISO Image BIOS update allows...
Product Guide - Page 55

... the Enter key. When the "Press ENTER to continue booting from a bootable CD-ROM, bootable USB flash drive, or other bootable USB media. Using software capable of the computer to be extracted locally to your BIOS. At the "Welcome to the Intel Desktop Board BIOS Upgrade CD-ROM" page, press any key to...
Product Guide - Page 56

Intel Desktop Board DG31GL Product Guide CAUTION Do not interrupt the process or the system may not function properly. 1. ...a bootable USB flash drive or other bootable USB media. 2. Due to http://support.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-022312.htm. 56 For more information about updating the Intel Desktop Board BIOS or recovering from the USB device and manually update the BIOS.
Product Guide - Page 57

The firmware has detected that the system date/time has not been set. The firmware has detected that a CMOS Checksum Error occurred... of memory in Channel A is not equal to zero. A Error Messages and Indicators Desktop Board DG31GL reports POST errors in two ways: • By sounding a beep code • By displaying an error message on reboot) BIOS Error Messages When a recoverable...

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