Multiple choice computer

Your system boots up but you don't hear a beep, which part should you check first?

  1. RAM

  2. System Board

  3. CPU

  4. Speaker
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D Correct answer
Explanation

If the system boots successfully without a beep, the speaker itself is likely disconnected or faulty. A successful boot means RAM, CPU, and system board are functioning (otherwise the system wouldn't boot). The POST beep is an audio confirmation, so silence when everything else works points to the speaker.

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