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Alienware x51 5 beeps and won't turn on.
I have had my x51 for about 3-4 months now and after i restarted my computer it turned back on doing 5 beep intervals and wont boot up.. I have tried everything fixing it, I'm really concerned since i have seen this as a common problem with this system.
I have tried this soolution but id not work: http://en.community.dell.com/support-forums/desktop/f/3514/p/19477069/20241901.aspx
Any help appreciated. Thanks.
mav711
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March 27th, 2013 08:00
I would recommend you contact Alienware support and have them walk you through some troubleshooting.
Actually on X51 , 5 beeps is graphics related.
DELL-Kiran K
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March 27th, 2013 04:00
Hi Biggiesmallz,
Thank you for trying to fix the computer. The 5 beeps on the Alienware X51 indicate either a CMOS battery or a motherboard failure. I request you to provide the system service tag through private message. I will check and let you know what needs to be done.
Biggiesmallz
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March 27th, 2013 13:00
Okay i fixed this issue by removing the Bios battery and the booting back up and changing the boot settings.
Now i have another issue. My resolution is stuck at 1024x768 and it will not let me change it to 1080p.
Any ideas on how to change it back?
DELL-Kiran K
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March 28th, 2013 06:00
Hi Biggiesmallz,
Thank you for the update. Request you to use the below link, select right operating system and download the corresponding video drivers:
http://dell.to/10gtUNv
This should help.
Biggiesmallz
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March 28th, 2013 17:00
I have downloaded everything on that list and still cannot manged to change my resolution settings,
Ill post a link to my resolution setting and GFX card hope this helps.
Please any help muchly appreciated!!!
Link: postimg.org/.../vob8etlml
Biggiesmallz
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March 29th, 2013 17:00
I believe it is something to do with the monitor, I read around a bit and I think I need to override EDID, Can anyone help with this?
DELL-Kiran K
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April 1st, 2013 06:00
Hi Biggiesmallz,
I will be glad to help you. Request you to let me know the monitor model. Also send me the system service tag through private message. I can check and let you know what needs to be done. To send a private message, click on my name and select start conversation.
Chriz132
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August 30th, 2015 00:00
Hey
I have the exact same problems, what i dont have is pc word skills. Could u possibly tell me what to do only using the nessesary technical terms?
Kevinzhang
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October 21st, 2015 00:00