Dell 580 specifications Dell Diagnostics, Option Function

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Diagnostics

Dell™ OptiPlex™ 580 Service Manual—Small Form Factor

Dell Diagnostics

Power Button Light Codes

Beep Codes

Diagnostic Lights

Dell Diagnostics

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.

NOTE: The Dell Diagnostics software works only on Dell computers.

NOTE: The Drivers and Utilities media is optional and may not ship with your computer.

Enter system setup (see Entering System Setup), review your computer's configuration information, and ensure that the device you want to test displays in System Setup and is active.

Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities media.

Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive

1.Turn on (or restart) your computer.

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

NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from your Drivers and Utilities media.

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.

3.When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press <Enter>.

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

Starting the Dell Diagnostics From the Drivers and Utilities Disc

1.Insert the Drivers and Utilities disc.

2.Shut down and restart the computer.

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

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

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

3.When the boot device list appears, highlight Onboard or USB CD-ROM Drive and press <Enter>.

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

5.Type 1 to start the 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.

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

1. After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option you want.

Option

Function

 

 

Express Test

Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically takes 10 to 20 minutes and requires no interaction on your part. Run Express Test first to

 

increase the possibility of tracing the problem quickly.

 

 

Extended

Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes 1 hour or more and requires you to answer questions periodically.

Test

 

 

 

Custom Test

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

 

 

Symptom

Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select a test based on the symptom of the problem you are having.

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Contents Page Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery Cover Removing the CoverReplacing the Cover Diagnostics Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Power Button Light Codes Diagnostic LightsBeep Codes Back to Contents Expansion Card Removing an Expansion CardReplacing an Expansion Card Fan Removing the FanReplacing the Fan Hard Drive Removing the Hard DrivePage Page Page Page Page Replacing the Hard Drive Heat Sink and Processor Removing the Heat Sink and ProcessorPage Replacing the Heat Sink and Processor Chassis Intrusion Switch Removing the Chassis Intrusion SwitchReplacing the Chassis Intrusion Switch Internal Speaker Removing the Internal SpeakerReplacing the Internal Speaker Page Panel Removing the I/O PanelReplacing the I/O Panel Memory Removing a Memory ModuleReplacing a Memory Module Optical Drive Removing the Optical DrivePage Replacing the Optical Drive Removing and Replacing Parts Power Supply Removing the Power SupplyPage Page Replacing the Power Supply System Setup Options System SetupEntering System Setup OverviewView Event Log Advanced SettingsGFX/Display Port Mark all events as readActivates or deactivates the TPM feature if it is enabled Enables or disables the TPM security featureOff default EnableBack to Contents Specifications Cards External ConnectorsSystem Board Connectors DrivesControls and Lights EPAPhysical EnvironmentalSystem Board Layout System Board Removing the System BoardPage Page Page Replacing the System Board Turning Off Your Computer Working on Your ComputerBefore Working Inside Your Computer Windows XPAfter Working Inside Your Computer Click Start→ Turn Off Computer→ Turn Off
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