I was working on my uncles computer today. He wanted to upgrade the OS and RAM. I shut the computer down then pulled the ram chip out to see what kind I needed to purchase. I forgot to pull the power cable out of the back. After buying the RAM and installing it I noticed a board light was still powered up. Ohh noooo... now when I try to boot the computer I get the single beep alarm. Did I fry the MB or are there things I can try to get past this problem. I am not computer illiterate, but this is the first time I have ran into this problem. Thanks for any and all help.
It does seem like you've fried something. Its really not a good idea to install components with the power on. Try using the old RAM in the board to see if the boards been damaged.
I have already tried putting the old RAM back in the computer. Yeah I know it isn't a good idea to change components with the power still on. Was a total blunder on my part for leaving the power chord in the case. I just didn't know if anyone knew of anything I might try.
are you sure the RAM is correctly inserted sometimes they need quite a push before they set correctly?!
u cud always reset the cmos and this might work make. post back if u dnt know how to do it and ill write u some instructions. hope this helps Dave :good:
Actually if you did shut the computer down, unplugging the power cord is not that important. Of course, it's better to do it just in case. To clear the CMOS: 1) Look in your manual, it will show you where the cmos jumper is on your motherboard. 2) Unplug the power cord, turn off your power supply (some have a switch), and tap your power button until nothing happens, this is to suck the juice that's left in the capacitators. 3) Change the jumper postiion from 1-2 to 2-3 or vice versa (in the clear position). Wait 10-15 seconds. 4) Reposition the jumper, plug your cord back etc. And your good to go.
