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4.Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition on your hard drive.

Starting Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Media

NOTE: Your computer may or may not have an optical drive. Use an external optical drive or any external storage device for the procedures that involves media.

1.Insert the Drivers and Utilities media.

2.Shut down and restart the computer. When the DELL logo appears, press <F12> immediately.

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

Using Support Tools

NOTE: The next steps change the boot sequence for one time only. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to the devices specified in the system setup program.

3.When the boot device list appears, highlight CD/DVD/CD-RWand press <Enter>.

4.Select the Boot from CD-ROMoption from the menu that appears and press <Enter>.

5.Type 1 to start the CD menu and press <Enter> to proceed.

6.Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer.

7.When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run.

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Contents Inspiron Page Model PP38L SETUP GUIDESeptember Y727H Contents Getting Help Connect the AC Adapter About Your ComputerConnect to the Internet Optional Press the Power Button Windows Vista SetupConnect the Network Cable optional Setting Up a Wireless Connection Setting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionFollow the instructions on the screen to complete the setup Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionTransferring Information to a New Computer Device Status Lights Using Your Inspiron LaptopUppercase letter Caps Lock key is enabled EnabledKeyboard Status Lights Lights located above the keyboard indicate the followingOptical drive eject button Opens the optical drive Right Side FeaturesLeft Side Features Using Your Inspiron Laptop Audio Out/ Headphone connector Computer Base and Display FeaturesTouch pad buttons Provide left- Right-click functions like those on a mouseRemoving and Replacing Battery Customizing Your Energy Settings Software FeaturesProductivity and Communication Entertainment and MultimediaBacking Up Your Data Microsoft Windows Vista provides three default optionsCheck the cable to ensure it is plugged in and not damaged Solving ProblemsNetwork Problems Solving Problems Power ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Memory ProblemsIf you receive an insufficient memory message If a program stops responding End the programClick End Task Click the program that is no longer respondingIf the computer stops responding To perform an operating system shutdownIf you have other software problems Alerts technical support alerts relevant to your computer Using Support ToolsDell Support Center Keyboard failure Keyboard failure or loose cable System MessagesClick Start → Help and Support Hardware TroubleshooterStarting Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell DiagnosticsType 1 to start the CD menu and press Enter to proceed Before you Begin Windows Operating System ReinstallationRestoring Your Operating System Click Exit if the Install Windows message appears Reinstalling Windows VistaGetting Help Fill out the Diagnostic Checklist onDell Support websites Technical Support and Customer ServiceOnline Services Automated Order-Status Service AutoTech ServiceProduct Information Dell Marketing and Sales e-mail addressesBefore You Call Diagnostic ChecklistVisit support.dell.com Contacting DellGetting Help At support.dell.com Finding More Information and ResourcesIf you need to See Finding More Information and Resources Processor Basic SpecificationsSystem Model Memory Video CommunicationsIn-1 Media Card Reader Compliant connectors Amplifier Volume controls Program menusVideo Hole connector Ieee Pin mini AudioTouchpad DisplayAC Adapter BatteryKeyboard Computer Environment PhysicalIndex Index Program Compatibility Wizard Page Page 0Y727HA01