Beep Symptom

FRU/Action

 

 

 

3-2-4

1.

System Board

Keyboard controller failed

2.

Keyboard

 

 

 

 

3-3-4

1.

Video Adapter (if installed)

Screen initialization failed

2.

System Board

 

 

 

Display

 

 

 

3-4-1

1.

Video Adapter (if installed)

Screen retrace test detected an error

2.

System Board

 

 

3.

Display

 

 

 

3-4-2

1.

Video Adapter (if installed)

POST is searching for video ROM

2.

System Board

 

 

 

 

4

1.

Video Adapter (if installed)

 

 

2.

System Board

 

 

 

All other beep code sequences

1.

System Board

 

 

 

 

One long and one short beep during POST.

1.

Memory Module

Base 640 KB memory error or shadow RAM

2.

System Board

error

 

 

 

 

 

One long beep and two or three short beeps

1.

Video Adapter (if installed)

during POST.

2.

System Board

(Video error)

 

 

 

 

 

Three short beeps during POST

1.

System Board Memory

 

 

2.

System Board

 

 

 

Continuous beep

1.

System Board

 

 

 

 

Repeating short beeps

1.

Keyboard stuck key?

 

 

2.

Keyboard Cable

 

3.

System Board

 

 

 

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6339, 6337, 6342, 6341, 6336 specifications

IBM's 6348, 6346, 6347, 2254, and 2257 models are part of the company's extensive portfolio of enterprise-level computing solutions, designed to enhance performance and efficiency for businesses.

The IBM 6348 and 6346 are terminals that cater to large-scale enterprises, providing a reliable interface for interaction with mainframe systems. The 6348 model offers a versatile display with options for wide and standard formats, making it ideal for applications that require enhanced visibility. With its durable build, the 6348 is well-suited for high-demand environments. In contrast, the 6346 is designed for more specific tasks, featuring a streamlined interface that promotes ease of use. Both models leverage IBM's longstanding expertise in robust technology, ensuring low latency and high throughput.

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Turning to the IBM 2254 and 2257, these models represent IBM's commitment to providing flexible and scalable solutions for businesses. The 2254 is engineered as a technical workstation with a focus on graphics performance, making it an excellent choice for engineering and design applications. By utilizing cutting-edge graphics technologies, it facilitates complex visual tasks and improves productivity in creative fields.

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