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Option

Function

 

 

Extended Test

Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically

 

takes an hour or more and requires you to answer

 

questions periodically.

Custom Test

Tests a specific device. You can customize the tests you want

 

to run.

Symptom Tree

Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you

 

to select a test based on the symptom of the problem you

 

are having.

 

 

2If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a description of the problem. Write down the error code and problem description and follow the instructions on the screen.

If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell (see page 92).

NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag.

3If you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable tab described in the following table for more information.

Tab

Function

 

 

Results

Displays the results of the test and any error

 

conditions encountered.

Errors

Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the

 

problem description.

Help

Describes the test and may indicate requirements for running

 

the test.

Configuration

Displays your hardware configuration for the selected device.

 

The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all

 

devices from system setup, memory, and various internal tests,

 

and it displays the information in the device list in the left

 

pane of the screen. The device list may not display the names

 

of all the components installed on your computer or all devices

 

attached to your computer.

Parameters

Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings.

 

 

4When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main Menu screen.

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Contents Dell Inspiron W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mAbbreviations and Acronyms Contents Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad Microsoft Windows Logo Key FunctionsIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsBefore Working Inside Your Computer Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreIf only part of the display is readable Contents Contents What Are You Looking For? Find It Here Warranty information Tips on using Microsoft WindowsHow to play CDs and DVDs How to use standby mode and hibernate modeUse the Service Tag to Computer when youOrder status, warranty, and repair information UpdatesFollow the instructions on the screen Click the topic that describes your problemClick the arrow icon Finding Information About Your Computer Front ViewDisplay latch release About Your ComputerDevice Status Lights Hard Drive and Keyboard Status Lights Audio connectors Left Side ViewBack View BatteryRight Side View USB Connectors Video Connector Cover Battery Bottom ViewMemory module FanSetting Up Your Computer Connecting to the InternetSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting Up Your ComputerPrinter Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a USB Printer Surge Protectors Power Protection DevicesUSB connector on computer Uninterruptible Power Supplies Line ConditionersUsing a Battery Using a BatteryBattery Performance Checking the Battery Charge Charging the BatteryRecalibrating a Battery Low-Battery WarningUsing a Battery Storing a Battery Removing a BatteryInstalling a Battery Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia Using CDs and DVDsHow to Copy a CD Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaUsing Blank CD-Rs and CD-RWs Helpful TipsUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadNumeric Keypad Numeric keypadKey Combinations System FunctionsDisplay Functions Speaker FunctionsTouch Pad Customizing the Touch PadUsing the Keyboard and Touch Pad Using PC Cards Installing a PC CardUsing PC Cards PC Card TypesRemoving a PC Card PC CardSetting Up a Network Setting Up a NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Network Setup Wizard Removing the Hard Drive Before You BeginTurning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerHard Drive Hard drive Cover Hard driveRemoving the Hard Drive Solving Problems Dell DiagnosticsWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell Diagnostics Main MenuTab Function Drive Problems CD and DVD drive problemsMail, Modem, and Internet Problems If you there is no audioSolving Problems Error Messages Keyboard Problems External Keyboard ProblemsLockups and Software Problems Unexpected CharactersComputer does not start up Computer stops respondingSolid blue screen appears Program crashes repeatedlyProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Memory Problems Other software problemsPower Problems Network ProblemsPC Card Problems Solving Problems Printer Problems Scanner ProblemsNo sound from external speakers Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers No sound from headphones If the display is blank Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsVideo and Display Problems If the display is difficult to read What Is a Driver? DriversIf only part of the display is readable Identifying DriversManually Reinstalling Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Creating a Restore PointResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Restoring Your Operating SystemRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Undoing the Last System RestoreEnabling System Restore Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec Removing PC Restore Solving Problems Specifications AppendixProcessor System InformationPorts and Connectors MemoryCommunications TypeAudio InternalExternal DisplayKeyboard DepthOperating StorageNiMH battery With 14.1-inch display Lithium-ion battery With 15-inch displayNiMH battery With 15-inch display Lithium-ion battery AppendixEnvironmental Using the System Setup ProgramOverview Viewing the System Setup Screens System Setup ScreensChanging the Boot Sequence Commonly Used OptionsPerforming a One-Time Boot Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Definition of Dell-Installed Software and PeripheralsContacting Dell 0660 300-655-5330820 240 530 02 481 92 02 713 1502 481 91 0800 90592 818 980-9-15-397822537 70233287 01-899-753-0777W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m 00800-44 14 95 00800-44 14 002108129810 2108129811W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m 81-44-556-4162 81-44-520-1435Toll-free0120-198-433 81-44-556-3894512 Or 5123420808075 Toll-free 0800001-877-384-8979 50-81-8800001-800-882-1519 020 674 45671 23162298001-800-507-0962 0800-50-669Toll-free 1800 394 02 5441420 22537 011 709W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Toll-free 1800 006 Toll-free 1800 0060Toll-free 1800 0600 01344 373 01344 860Toll-free 1-877-Dellnet 8001-3605Class a Class B Macrovision Product NoticeFCC Notices U.S. Only FCC Identification Information Appendix Index IndexSee hard drive Index Index Index
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