Satellite Pro A - Beep signal during POST

Hello.
I have an issue with the BIOS POST check that annoys me. The issue is that when I restarting my computer or turn it on sometimes during POST (when a Toshiba logo appears) there is a beep sound signal. Mainly there is no signal but sometimes there is very noise.
So, the question is: Is it a problem in the hardware or is it a problem in the BIOS (by the way, I re-flashed BIOS several times - no result).
Thanks.

Thanks PinkPanther for your answer.
The problem occurs just sometimes, approx. after each second restart. I have two memory modules: 1x Kingston 2GB; 1x Samsung 1GB (both running at 667 MHz and have the same timings). Moreover, I had tested memory with Windows Memory Diagnostic tool: No problems detected.
Generally speaking, the machine works normally, but this beeping signal seems strange for me.
Hard drive is also OK. The SMART monitoring shows no problem with the drive.
Hope this info is useful.
Thanks for help.
Regards,
Osman.

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