Problems with newly built machine - continuous beeping!

ted34 · 22 Mar 2006 at 17:42

Gibbo said:
If you've burnt the CPU out then you've just chucked a load of money away as thats warranty void.

Isn't warranty void as soon as you use a non retail heatsink?

Artheas · 22 Mar 2006 at 19:58

Well i've found out that the problem is the damn RAM, there are others who have problems with an8-sli and 2gb ballistix in dual channel.

What should i do with the RAM, sell it on ebay? =/

I bought it on the 15th from OCUK

toxic · 22 Mar 2006 at 20:23

return it...give em a phone tomorow...I think you have 7 days to let them know and 14 to return

A.N.Other · 22 Mar 2006 at 23:35

Many boards are very picky about their RAM - mine certainly is. Take a look at any forums for the manfuacturer or do a google for what people are using.

I saw a stat once that said that the surface of a CPU can heat up over 100 times faster than the surface of an electric hob on an oven. NEVER EVER EVER turn a PC on 'just to try' without a heatsink and fan. If indeed it works properly now, consider ureself blessed and buy a lottery ticket

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