Dell DHM, K0004 manual When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

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Diagnostic Code

Definition

Corrective Action

 

 

 

 

 

 

Y

G

Y

G

Video controller

• If the computer has a video card,

 

 

 

 

failure.

remove the card and reinstall it

 

 

 

 

 

(see page 98).

A

B

C

D

 

• If the problem persists or the

 

computer has integrated video,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

contact Dell (see page 120).

G

Y

Y

Y

No memory

• Reinstall all memory modules (see

 

 

 

 

modules are

page 93) and then restart the

 

 

 

 

detected.

computer.

A

B

C

D

 

• If the problem persists, contact

 

Dell (see page 120).

 

 

 

 

 

Dell Diagnostics

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" (see page 35) and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Running the Dell Diagnostics may help you resolve the problem without contacting Dell. If you do contact Dell, the test results can provide important information for Dell's service and support personnel.

The Dell Diagnostics allows you to:

Perform express, extended, or custom tests on one or all devices.

Select tests based on a symptom of the problem you are having.

Choose how many times a test is run.

Display test results.

Suspend testing if an error is detected.

Access online help information that describes the tests and devices.

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Advanced Troubleshooting

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Contents Dell Dimension 8250 Series Hints, Notices, and Cautions Abbreviations and AcronymsContents Solving Problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsAdvanced Troubleshooting If the screen is difficult to readReattaching the Front Door and Hinge Arms Reinstalling Drivers and SoftwareFront and Back View of the Computer Adding or Replacing the AGP Card110 103107 114153 General W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m When Using Your Computer When Working Inside Your Computer Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Ergonomic Computing HabitsBattery Disposal Finding Information for Your Computer What Are You Looking For? Find it HereHow to reinstall my operating system E r a t i n g S y s t e m C DClick Tell Me How How to set up my computerClick User and system guides, and then click User’s guides Finding Information for Your Computer Setting Up and Using Your Computer Printer Cable Setting Up a PrinterConnecting a Parallel Printer Screws Clips Parallel printer cable Notches Connecting a USB PrinterParallel connector on computer USB connector on computer Connecting Two MonitorsConnecting the Monitors to Your Computer USB printer On printer CableOptional VGA adapter Enabling Clone Mode Enabling Extended Desktop Mode Transferring Information to a New ComputerSetting Up and Using Your Computer Network Setup Wizard Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network Adapter Connecting to the Internet Setting Up Your Internet ConnectionClick Connect to the Internet Copying CDs Helpful Tips Using Easy CD Creator BasicUsing Blank CD-R Discs or Blank CD-RW Discs How to Copy a CD Hyper-Threading Click Hardware and click Device ManagerTurning Off the Computer Turn off computer window, click Turn offSolving Problems Finding Solutions SeeSolving Problems Battery Problems Finding Help InformationBack of floppy disk Write-protected Drive ProblemsFloppy drive problems CD drive problems Problems writing to a CD-RW driveHard drive problems Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsDVD drive problems Under Error-checking, click Check Now Click StartClick Phone and Modem Options Click the Change or Remove Program icon Error MessagesClick Control Panel Click Add or Remove Programs Program stops responding General ProblemsComputer stops responding Click ApplicationsProgram is designed for an earlier Windows operating system Other software problemsProgram crashes repeatedly Solid blue screen appearsOther technical problems Ieee 1394 Device Problems General hardware problemsKeyboard Problems Click Control Panel Click Printers and Other HardwareMouse Problems Network Problems Connection speed lightPower Problems Solving Problems Printer Problems Scanner Problems Click Sounds and Audio Devices Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from speakers If the screen is blank Video and Monitor ProblemsNo sound from headphones If the screen is difficult to read Click Appearance and Themes Advanced Troubleshooting Diagnostic Lights Diagnostic Code Definition Corrective ActionDiagnostic Code Definition Corrective Action Dell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From the ResourceCD Starting the Dell DiagnosticsStarting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Dell Diagnostics Main Menu Option FunctionTab Function What Is a Driver?Drivers Identifying Drivers Reinstalling driversUsing Windows XP Device Driver Rollback Using the Dell Dimension ResourceCD Click Roll Back DriverRestoring the Computer to an Earlier Operating State Using System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Undoing the Last System Restore Enabling System Restore Resolving Software and Hardware IncompatibilitiesReinstalling Windows XP Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPBefore You Reinstall Preparing to Boot From the Operating System CDStarting Windows XP Setup Completing the GUI SetupCompleting the Operating System Setup Reinstalling Drivers and Software Adding Parts Front and Back View of the Computer Front ViewComputer. Instead, perform a Windows shutdown Back View Adding Parts Reattaching the Front Door and Hinge Arms Reattaching the Hinge ArmsUse fingers to pull here View slots Pivot bar Hinge arms in horizontal positionReattaching the Front Door Opening the Computer Cover Looking Inside Your Computer Arrow Release button Back of computerAdding Parts System Board RIMM1 RIMM2Follow the steps in When Working Inside Your Computer on Installing and Removing CardsInstalling a Card CardsCard Retention arm LeverNot fully seated card Fully seated card Retention arm Filler bracketRemoving a Card Metal cover Memory module Continuity module Adding MemoryRdram Overview Adding Parts Continuity modules in connectors RIMM3 and RIMM4 Removing a Memory ModuleAdding a Memory Module Securing clips Notches Cutouts StepAdding or Replacing the AGP Card Removing an AGP CardPCI connector Installing an AGP CardNotch Lever Tab Card clip AGP connector Card clip Slot connectorAdding a Second Hard Drive 101 Rail tabsFirst hard drive in lower bay Hard drive bay Power cable 102Adding a Floppy Drive Removing the Front-Panel Insert104 Installing a Floppy Drive 105106 Closing the Computer Cover W . d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m P e n d i Memory SpecificationsMicroprocessor Computer InformationExpansion Bus VideoAudio1 Drives112 ConnectorsControls and Lights Environmental PowerPhysical 113Standard Settings Altitude Operating 15.2 to 3048 m -50 to 10,000 ft StorageViewing Settings 115Clearing Forgotten Passwords System Setup ScreensReplacing the Battery 118 Definition of Dell-Installed Software and Peripherals Dell Technical Support Policy U.S. OnlyAnguilla Contacting DellDefinition of Third-Party Software and Peripherals Antigua and Barbuda121 122 Chile Santiago Canada North York, OntarioCayman Islands 123Costa Rica China XiamenColombia Czech Republic Prague Website support.euro.dell.com125 126 Ireland Cherrywood Website support.euro.dell.com Hong KongIndia 127Area Codes Local Numbers, Toll-Free Numbers Italy Milan Website support.euro.dell.comJamaica 128129 Japan Kawasaki Website support.jp.dell.comKorea Seoul Macao Latin AmericaLuxembourg Website support.euro.dell.com Malaysia PenangNetherlands Antilles MexicoMontserrat Netherlands Amsterdam Website support.euro.dell.com132 133 134 Spain Madrid Website support.euro.dell.comSweden Upplands Vasby Website support.euro.dell.com 135 Uruguay Dell.co.uk/lca/customerservicesBracknell Website support.euro.dell.com 136Virgin Islands A. Austin, TexasBusiness VenezuelaRegulatory Information NOM Information Mexico Only 139Appendix What is not covered by this limited warranty? Limited Warranty for the U.SWhat is covered by this limited warranty? Limited Warranties and Return PolicyWhat will Dell do? How long does this limited warranty last?What do I do if I need warranty service? 142What do I do if I am not satisfied? What if I purchased a service contract?How will you fix my product? 143144 May I transfer the limited warranty?Total Satisfaction Return Policy U.S. Only Limited Warranty Terms for Canada 145Technical Support and Customer Service 146147 Third-Party Software and Peripherals Products Total Satisfaction Return Policy Canada OnlyDell Software and Peripherals Canada Only 148Return Policy GuaranteeDell-Branded Peripheral Products Exclusions150 Making a ClaimLimitation and Statutory Rights Intel’s Three Year Limited Warranty 151152 What are ’Errata’?D ex 153154 Printer parallel, 20 setting up, 20 troubleshooting, 53 USB 155156
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