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My MacBook Pro suddenly stopped and beeps sounds of 3 beeps every 5 seconds.- how can I revive it?

How can I revive my old MacBook Pro?

iPad, iOS 9

Posted on Dec 13, 2021 11:19 AM

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Posted on Dec 13, 2021 1:16 PM

As Kilted Tim says...


The following table lists the new tones and their meaning:


Tone(s) Description

1 tone, a 5-second pause, repeat No RAM installed

3 successive tones, a 5-second pause, 3 successive tones RAM does not pass data integrity check

1 long tone when holding down the power button Firmware upgrade in process. See About firmware updates for Intel-based Macs for more details.

3 long tones, 3 short tones, 3 long tones Firmware restoration from CD in process. See About the Firmware Restoration CD (Intel-based Macs) for more details.


http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2538

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Dec 13, 2021 1:16 PM in response to Ernestowartenberg

As Kilted Tim says...


The following table lists the new tones and their meaning:


Tone(s) Description

1 tone, a 5-second pause, repeat No RAM installed

3 successive tones, a 5-second pause, 3 successive tones RAM does not pass data integrity check

1 long tone when holding down the power button Firmware upgrade in process. See About firmware updates for Intel-based Macs for more details.

3 long tones, 3 short tones, 3 long tones Firmware restoration from CD in process. See About the Firmware Restoration CD (Intel-based Macs) for more details.


http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2538

My MacBook Pro suddenly stopped and beeps sounds of 3 beeps every 5 seconds.- how can I revive it?

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