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Light on front flashes red, beeps, won't start

When I try to start my PC, one of the lights on the front flashes red, beeps repeatedly and does not start.

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For that open cpu cabinet
Reattach the RAM memory.
Open processor fan and processor reattach both.
Make sure motherboard circuit could not ground with cabinet.
Remove pci cards from motherboard if any.
Reattach VGA card if installed.
Then check.
Let me know if you need further assistance.
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I remove the processor after replace it back it started flashing red light with a beep

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SOURCE: It doesn't start up, only beeps and red light flashes

pls try to use another compatible memory stick.

then confirm the status of your micro processor

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