Many popularmotherboardmanufacturers use this BIOS in their systems.

Other motherboard manufacturers have created custom BIOS software based on the AwardBIOS system.

you’ve got the option to always reference your motherboard’s manual to be sure.

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AwardBIOS beep codes sound in quick succession and usually immediately after powering on the PC.

Reseating or replacing the video card will typically fix the cause of this Award beep code.

It could be overheating or malfunctioning in some other way.

You’ll need to figure out why it’s getting too hot before this beep code will go away.

Turn your gear off immediately if you hear this beep code.

Not Using AwardBIOS, or Not Sure?

If you’re not using an Award-based BIOS, then the troubleshooting guides above won’t help.