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9. Close the Main Menu window to exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer.

Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc

Before running the Dell Diagnostics, enter the system setup program (see System Setup Program) to review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device you want to test is displayed in the system setup program and is active.

1.Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc into the optical drive.

2.Restart your computer.

3.When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately.

NOTE: Keyboard failure may result when a key is held down for extended periods of time. To avoid possible keyboard failure, press and release <F12> in even intervals to open the Boot Device Menu.

If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, and then shut down your computer and try again.

4. When the boot device list appears, use the up- or down- arrow keys to highlight CD/DVD/CD-RW Drive then press <Enter>.

NOTE: Using the one-time boot menu changes the boot sequence for the current boot only. Upon restart, the computer boots according to the boot sequence specified in the system setup program.

5.Press any key to confirm that you want to start from the CD/DVD.

If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the Microsoft Windows desktop, and then shut down your computer and try again.

6.Type 1 to Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics.

7.At the Dell Diagnostics Menu, type 1 to select Dell 32-bit Diagnostics for Resource CD (graphical user interface).

8.Press <Tab> to select Test System and then press <Enter>.

NOTE: It is recommended that you select Test System to run a complete test on your computer. Selecting Test Memory initiates the extended memory test, which can take up to thirty minutes or more to complete. When the test completes, record the test results and then press any key to return to the previous menu.

9.At the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu, left-click with the mouse, or press <Tab> and then <Enter>, to select the test you want to run (see Dell Diagnostics Main Menu).

NOTE: Write down any error codes and problem descriptions exactly as they appear and follow the instructions on the screen.

10.After all tests have completed, close the test window to return to the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu.

11.Close the Main Menu window to exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer.

12.Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc from the optical drive.

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

After the Dell Diagnostics loads the following menu appears:

Option

Function

 

 

Test Memory

Run the stand-alone memory test

 

 

Test System

Run system diagnostics

 

 

Exit

Exit the diagnostics

 

 

Press <Tab> to select the test you want to run and then press <Enter>.

NOTE: It is recommended that you select Test System to run a complete test on your computer. Selecting Test Memory initiates the extended memory test, which can take up to thirty minutes or more to complete. When the test completes, record the test results and then press any key to return to this menu.

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Contents Models DCSCLF, DCSCMF, Dcscsf Removing the Bezel BezelReplacing the Bezel Back to Contents Flashing the Bios From the Hard Drive Flashing the Bios From a CDClick Save this program to disk, and then click OK Back to Contents Removing the Chassis Support Bracket Chassis Support BracketReplacing the Chassis Support Bracket PCI and PCI Express Cards Installing a PCI or PCI Express CardRemoving a PCI or PCI Express Card Follow the procedure in After Working on Your Computer Network Type Installed Removed Card SoundRemoving the Coin-Cell Battery Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery Visit support.dell.com Contacting DellRemoving the Computer Cover Computer CoverReplacing the Computer Cover Page Removing the Processor ProcessorReplacing the Processor Page Hard Drives DrivesRemoving a Hard Drive Vostro Replacing or Adding a Hard Drive Vostro Removing a Media Card Reader Media Card ReaderPage Replacing or Adding a Media Card Reader Follow the procedure in After Working on Your Computer Removing an Optical Drive Optical DriveReplacing or Adding an Optical Drive Vostro 420 and Vostro Removing a Drive Bay Break-Away Metal PlateVostro 220s Removing the Chassis Fan FanReplacing the Chassis Fan Page Removing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly Processor Heat Sink/Fan AssemblyReplacing the Processor Heat Sink/Fan Assembly Removing the I/O Panel PanelReplacing the I/O Panel Removing Memory Modules Memory ModulesReplacing or Adding a Memory Module Follow the procedure in After Working on Your Computer Removing the Power Supply Power SupplyReplacing the Power Supply DC Power Supply Connectors DC Power Supply Connector Pin Assignments Pin Number Signal Name 18-AWG Wire Pin Number Signal name Wire Color Wire SizePin Number Signal Name 22-AWG Wire DC Power Connector P10Remove the System Board System BoardReplacing a System Board Page Overview System Setup ProgramEntering the System Setup Program System Setup Program ScreensBoot Sequence System Setup Program OptionsChanging Boot Sequence for Future Boots Clearing Forgotten PasswordsOption Settings Changing Boot Sequence for the Current BootFlashing the Bios From the Hard Drive Clearing Cmos SettingsBack to Contents Back to Contents Beep Codes TroubleshootingPower Lights ToolsClick Start→ Help and Support Fix a Problem section, click Hardware TroubleshooterSystem Messages Hardware TroubleshooterWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Option Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuBattery Problems Solving ProblemsTab Function Run Check Disk Drive ProblemsAdjust the Windows volume control Ensure that Microsoft Windows Recognizes the driveOperating system not found Contact Dell see Contacting Dell Error MessagesIeee 1394 Device Problems Click UninstallEnd the program Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Check the keyboard cableIf you receive an insufficient memory message Memory ProblemsIf you experience other memory problems Run the Program Compatibility WizardNetwork Problems Mouse ProblemsPower Problems Click Properties and click Ports Printer ProblemsVerify that the printer is recognized by Windows Click Start → Control Panel→ Hardware and Sound→ PrinterSound and Speaker Problems Scanner ProblemsVerify that the scanner is recognized by Microsoft Windows Check the monitor cable connection Video and Monitor ProblemsCheck the monitor power light Check the diagnostic lightsClick Start→ Control Panel→ Appearance and Themes Dell Technical Update ServiceAccessing the Dell Support Utility Dell Support UtilityDouble-Clicking the Dell Support Icon Clicking the Dell Support IconTurning Off Your Computer Working on Your ComputerRecommended Tools Before Working on Your ComputerInside View of Your Computer DIMM4 System Board ComponentsSATA2 SATA1 After Working on Your Computer
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