PC hardware--CPU & Motherboard & RAM/computer repairs

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hello sir,i have a pentium III 300MHz computer.each time i start the computer ,it hangs at "CHECKING NVRAM".I have reset the CMOS battery,change a new battery ,check the RAM sticks but it still hangs at "CHECKING NVRAM".
Any help will be most welcomed.
Thanks


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Try these threads and see if anything works. This can be many things. We just have to try and narrow it down.
http://www.techimo.com/forum/technical-support/150838-stuck-checking-nvram.html
http://forums.techguy.org/hardware/473723-solved-still-checking-nvram.html
http://www.geekstogo.com/forum/computer-freezes-after-checking-nvram-t48136.html

You'll notice that some of the fixes given are a loose IDE cable where the hard drives plug in.

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Experienced in complete system builds where knowledge of kinds and types of motherboards, processors, and RAM have to be compatible. This includes intermediate knowledge of video card technologies and the troubleshooting and repair of problems associated with said hardware.

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11 years experience as a self-employed PC technician with 100% customer satisfaction.

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4 classes from a Networking degree. Mostly self-taught.

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