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Error Code red LED flashes four times per second, followed by a two second pause; computer emits four beeps each cycle but stops after fifth iteration while LEDs continue to flash red and white

Thermal protection activation — the processor may have overheated.

? What Causes This

Processor cooling fan is blocked or not turning properly, or heat sink is improperly attached to processor.

How to Fix It

  1. Ensure that air vents are clear and fans are running freely.
  2. Open access panel and verify system board header connections for all fans. Replace faulty fan if found defective.

Source: page 76 of the official manual

From the manual

Manual page 76 — HP error red LED flashes four times per second, followed by a two second pause; computer emits four beeps each cycle but stops after fifth iteration while LEDs continue to flash red and white

This error code appears in:

HP Elitedesk 800 G4 Small Form Factor PC