5 beeps then loud noises from PSU

[DENMON]

If the computer can’t POST, and you still get the 5 audible sounds. I would get new RAM sticks if you don’t want a new computer outright, and hope that works. The motherboard I would say is less likely to fail in my opinion, and I would say that it is more unlikely for every DIMM slot to fail, so I would replace the RAM. I would continue with the above troubleshooting step though if you have the time if you want to save some money and also further confirm that there is nothing else wrong with the computer.

Just note what generation your computer is if you plan to buy new RAM, or read the label off of your DIMM to see if it is DDR3 or DDR4. You cannot add DDR4 DIMM to a DDR3 slot and you cannot add a DDR3 DIMM to a DDR4 slot

[DENMON]

Any update?

I would also get the cut cable replaced, as that can potentially cause further damage to your computer in the future if it hasn’t already. You can go to Amazon and look for SATA cables for relatively cheap, assuming I’m thinking of the right cable. (Compare the pictures there to what you have)

[Bruce]

@thefishyguy - still need help?

[Bruce]

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