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I have a gigabyte 915 motherboard, an intel p4 2.66ghz processor and a ddr1 512mb memory single stick on my system.. the system was working fine until a few days from today... the system does not boot when the memory is inserted in the slot ( I tried both slots that I have on the board) when the memory is removed i get a beep code (long short short).. the cpu fan doesn't power on.. i tried using a different cable for the power supply.. i also tried to disconnect everything and just kept the motherboard/processor power cable connected internally and tried to power on. system just doesn't power on with the memory inside..

is there any way to find out if it is a problem with the memory, motherboard or the power supply???

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A short, practical checklist to isolate whether the fault is the memory, the motherboard, or the power supply — and what to do next. Agree with : swapping memory is the fastest first test. ’s diagnostic line of thinking is useful, and ’s suggestion to contact the maker makes sense if the board is under warranty.

Unplug and take ESD precautions before you start. Do a careful visual inspection: DIMM slots and module contacts, nearby capacitors for bulging or leakage, and the board surface for scorch marks or foreign metal. Clean only with isopropyl alcohol or a soft eraser if you see grime.

Run systematic swaps on a non-conductive bench (outside the case): try one stick at a time in each slot; try a known-good stick if you can borrow one. If a suspect stick fails in a second, known-good machine, the RAM is the culprit. If a known-good stick fails on this board, swap in a different PSU or use a PSU tester/multimeter to check rails under attempt-to-start load — that separates PSU versus motherboard.

If the problem follows the board even with good RAM and PSU, inspect for socket pin damage or board shorts (small solder bridges, misplaced standoffs). Clear CMOS and reseat CPU/cooler as a last non-destructive step. If the board is under warranty, document the tests and contact the manufacturer for RMA as suggested. If not, a local shop can usually run these swaps quickly and cheaply so you don’t buy parts unnecessarily.

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Member Avatar for nickapalooza

It sounds like the memory has gone bust! Try a different stick to eliminate the most possible scenario also the obstacle in diagnosis!

Member Avatar for georgegrace1987

i dont have another memory to try.. i'll have to buy one.. i just wanted to confirm before buying new memory.. Is there any other thing that might have gone bad which might need relacing??

Member Avatar for sittas87

Hi and welcome george
i have 2 questions:
1-when all was fine before did you usually hear one beep/no beeps when system was powered on??
2-when powered on with the ram is the computer totally dead no sign of nothing?? (not likely)and without ram you get somethin?

Member Avatar for georgegrace1987

system was working fine earlier.. system does not power on absolutely when memory is inserted now..

Member Avatar for abhisdm

Hi George..... before u buy a new stick please contact gigabyte and let them know ur problem...as sometimes it might be ur motherboard problem too....

Member Avatar for sittas87

thats right,didnt wana crit but very recently ive been involved on a tread that where gigabyte wasnt one of the most likeable mobo's.so yeah it might be a gigabyte gone bad again

Member Avatar for georgegrace1987

k. i'll check it with gigabyte.. thanks for all ur help!!

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