Screen locks up and screech sound from speaker.

[aznzforc3]

Hello. I recently having this problem with my computer. It randomly locks up, mostly few minutes after it boots up and a loud screech sound comes from the speakers. I thought it was something wrong with something i installed so i deleted the old partition and trying to install a new window 7 but it locks up during installation on the "installing features". Now I am stuck where i can not even boot up my computer. I am thinking there is something wrong with my RAM or hard drive. What should i do?


My computer set up is

Mother Board : ASUS M4A77TD AM3 AMD 770 ATX AMD Motherboard
Newegg.com - ASUS M4A77TD AM3 AMD 770 ATX AMD Motherboard

Graphic Cards :XFX Radeon HD 6870 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16
Newegg.com - XFX Double D HD-687A-ZDFC Radeon HD 6870 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card with Eyefinity

Power Supply : OCZ Fatal1ty 550W Modular Gaming Power Supply
Newegg.com - OCZ Fatal1ty 550W Modular Gaming Power Supply compatible with Intel Sandybridge Core i3 i5 i7 and AMD Phenom

Processor : AMD Athlon II X4 630 Propus 2.8GHz Socket AM3 95W Quad-Core Processor
Newegg.com - AMD Athlon II X4 630 Propus 2.8GHz Socket AM3 95W Quad-Core Processor ADX630WFGIBOX

RAM : CORSAIR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 1333 Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model
Newegg.com - CORSAIR XMS3 DHX 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10666) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TW3X4G1333C9DHX

DVD Burner - Lite-on DVD BURNER with lights scribe.

Hard Drive - 1 TB . Seagate hard drive.

 

[chris1neji]

I recommend you starting with a memory diagnostics.
Luckuly for us we have a nice member already made a nice guide on how to test RAM.
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/105647-ram-test-memtest86.html
I suggest method 1 and 2 whichever is more convinient for you.

The memory should be tested a minumum of 2 hours and a total of 12 hours or more recommended.
If you do get memory erros continue into part 3 of the guide.

Lets do 1 step at a time

 

[aznzforc3]

I just ran SeaTool in the ultimate boot cd, and it loaded until 21 percent and the screen locked up. Now running memtest86+. Does this mean that the harddrive is broken?

 

[aznzforc3]

I have tested memTest86 for over an hour and 30 minutes. It passed test 1, still going. I think there is something wrong with my hard drive. Bad sectors maybe? Is there any software to fix these bad sectors so i would not have to replace it.

 

[chris1neji]

Bad blocks on your HDD can not be fix. I have heard of ways to workaround it but, i would suggest just sending your HDD back if still under warranty or buy a new one.

Otherwise Low Level Format is your only option, more information here How Do I Low-Level Format a SATA or ATA (IDE) Hard Drive?

Before actually starting the process please ask away, do not take this assignment lightly. Any and all data that was originally on your HDD will be unrecoverable afterwards.

 

[aznzforc3]

Thanks. I will try the low level.

 

[aznzforc3]

I am not sure what i should do. I installed window 7 but once i start doing something heavy or install some program. it either freeze or automatic reboots.

 

[aznzforc3]

Bump

 

[chris1neji]

It pass the memory test? Yes or No?
It failed the seagate HDD diagnostics? Yes or No?

What do you mean by heavy program?
Will the computer stay on just fine if left on for a period of time?

Now that your computer actually loads and boots up fine, do you still get blue screen of death?
if so please follow this procedure
http://www.sevenforums.com/crashes-debugging/96879-blue-screen-death-bsod-posting-instructions.html

 

[aznzforc3]

I stopped it once it got to test 3 on memtest86. I shall run it again overnight.
For seatool, first time i ran it, it just locked up my computer. Then i did it again and it say i have passed long and short test.

Right now I have window 7 fully installed on the hard drive right now. I tried playing some 2D games and it was fine for an hour or so. Right when i thought my computer was fixed, it just automatically restarted when i was trying to install some program. I have left my computer on over night last night running SeaTool and it did not lock up. SeaTool was still running on my computer when i woke up this morning.


I have checked over the internet trying to figure out what can cause a computer to lock up/restart. It said its either its CMO battery, powersupply unit, ram, or hard drive. I was thinking it might be hard drive but i need confirmation.

 

[aznzforc3]

Okay. I was not doing anything but all of a sudden my computer just locked up and a looping "BURR" sound came out of my speakers. I had to hard reset by pressing power button to turn it off.
What does this indicate?

 

[aznzforc3]

Problem signature:
Problem Event Name: BlueScreen
OS Version: 6.1.7601.2.1.0.256.48
Locale ID: 1033

Additional information about the problem:
BCCode: 124
BCP1: 0000000000000000
BCP2: FFFFFA80049AD8F8
BCP3: 0000000000000000
BCP4: 0000000000000000
OS Version: 6_1_7601
Service Pack: 1_0
Product: 256_1

 

[chris1neji]

How are you running the seagate tools? Are you running it while loaded into Windows 7? Or via boot live cd/usb?

Just because the Seagate locked up the first time doesn't mean it was HDD related.

I want to know how many hours the RAM has been running for? I think this is a pass.

If you can run seagate tools without loading into windows? please do so, this is an extreme crucial test, HDD failure is known for causing cvery similar problems.
Once we can rule out HDD we move on.

I sadly do not deal with blue screens, if you do get blue screens please follow the guide we can not help you unless you follow the instructions properly.

 

[aznzforc3]

I ran seaTOOL using ultimatebootCD. wihtout loading windows.

 

[writhziden]

You have a 0x124 hardware bugcheck. If the system is still under warranty, I would recommend sending it in to have diagnostic tests done and any bad hardware replaced.

   Warning

Before you proceed with the following, answer these two questions: Are you still under warranty? Does your warranty allow you to open up the machine to check hardware? If you are unsure of the answers to these questions, contact your system manufacturer. :warn:WARNING: The steps that follow can void your warranty!!!

For your hardware stop 0x124 crash, read through http://www.sevenforums.com/crash-lockup-debug-how/35349-stop-0x124-what-means-what-try.html and use the following hardware checks to supplement that link.

• If you are overclocking any hardware, please stop.
  
  
• Monitor temperatures during the following tests.
  
  Use the following programs to monitor the temperatures.​
  • Real Temp is a good CPU temperature monitor.
  • Speccy - System Information - Free Download will monitor all hardware temperatures.
  • HWiNFO, HWiNFO32 & HWiNFO64 - Hardware Information and Analysis Tools can be inaccurate for CPU temperatures, but is a good program for GPU temperature monitoring.
  • Use FurMark: VGA Stress Test, Graphics Card and GPU Stability Test, Burn-in Test, OpenGL Benchmark and GPU Temperature | oZone3D.Net to test the graphics card GPU. Let it run until the GPU temperatures even out or until the GPU temperatures reach a dangerous level (you can find the max temperature for your card on either the nVidia or AMD sites; if you are not sure, ask us). The goal is to get a steady temperature, find out if the GPU is overheating, or to see if there are any artifacts present in the test itself: look for strange pixelated patterns on the screen or colors that do not look like they belong. Then use the |MG| Video Memory Stress Test 1.7.116 Download to test your graphics card memory. Let the memory test run for at least seven passes; the more the better.
    
    
  • Run http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/100352-hardware-stress-test-prime95.html to determine any hardware problems. Run all three tests for a few hours each. If you get errors, stop the test and post back here.
    
    
  • Follow the steps for doing CPU stress test using IntelBurnTest
  
  
• Run the boot version of Memtest86+ paying close attention to Parts 2 and 3 of the tutorial. Also, in case Memtest86+ misses anything and comes up with no errors, run the extended version of the Windows Memory Diagnostics Tool for at least five passes. These you may want to run overnight since they take a long time to complete (run them an hour before bed each of the next two nights and check before going to sleep that they are still running).
  
  For Part 3: If You Have Errors: If you swap any memory components, follow these steps for ESD safety:
  1. Shut down and turn off your computer.
  2. Unplug all power supplies to the computer (AC Power then battery for laptops, AC power for desktops)
  3. Hold down the power button for 30 seconds to close the circuit and ensure all power drains from components.
  4. Make sure you are grounded by using proper grounding techniques, i.e. work on an anti-static workbench, anti-static desk, or an anti-static pad. Hold something metallic while touching it to the anti-static surface, or use an anti-static wristband to attach to the anti-static material while working. If you do not have an anti-static workbench, desk, or pad, you can use your computer tower/case by finding a metal hold in it, such as a drive bay.
  Once these steps have been followed, it is safe to remove and replace components within your computer.

Remember to read closely through http://www.sevenforums.com/crash-lockup-debug-how/35349-stop-0x124-what-means-what-try.html for the crash.


If you continue to have crashes, please follow the http://www.sevenforums.com/crashes-debugging/96879-blue-screen-death-bsod-posting-instructions.html to provide us with the crash reports.


chris1neji may have additional instructions for checking the hard disk(s).