A technician unboxed a new computer, plugged it in to a UPS, and connected the requested peripherals. The computer lights and fans turn on, but the technician hears three loud, consecutive beeps-during startup. Which of the following actions will remediate the issue?

While a faulty power supply can cause startup issues, it generally does not produce beep codes. The beeping suggests a specific hardware malfunction, likely related to RAM or motherboard components, rather than insufficient power. Therefore, replacing the power supply is unlikely to address the beeping issue directly.

The Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is meant to provide backup power and protect against surges, but it does not play a role in the computer's internal hardware diagnostics. If the computer powers on and produces beeping codes, the issue lies within the hardware components themselves, not the UPS.

A dead CMOS battery can lead to BIOS settings issues, but it does not typically result in beep codes during startup. The beeping is an indication of hardware recognition problems, particularly with RAM. Changing the CMOS battery may be necessary in other contexts but will not resolve the beep issue at startup.