Heeeelp!! Brand new GA-P35-DS3R just shuts off! URGENT

[CaMo86]

[edit] - fixed the shutting off part now have another problem

I have a continuos beep when the computer starts that won't go away. I haven't loaded an OS yet. The manual says it is a graphics card problem but it is pluged in and working fine?? any ideas?

System as follows...

Core 2 duo E6750
above motherboard
nVidia geforce 8600gt
transcend jetram 1GB ddr2-800 , 240pin , 64Mx8 CL5, 16 chips x 2
thermaltake soprano black tower with 430w suppy

Thanks

Cam