HELP! When starting my computer, it beeps three times and that's it
I just tried to start my Mac after I moved three months ago. Everything seems to be hooked on right. I tried to turn it on and the button's light changes from stronger to weaker. Also at the start, the computer beeps three times. Nothing appears on the monitor.
My system is 9.1.
Apple G4 grey Mac OS 9.1.x
Macmausi
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As a supplement to Niel's advice, this may be of interest to you.
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