2After you have selected the Test System option from the main menu, the following menu appears:

NOTE: It is recommended that you select Extended Test from the menu below to run a more thorough check of devices in the computer.

Option

Function

 

 

Express Test

Performs a quick test of devices in the system. This typically

 

can take 10 to 20 minutes.

 

 

Extended Test

Performs a thorough check of devices in the system. This

 

typically can take an hour or more.

 

 

Custom Test

Tests a specific device or customize the tests to be run.

 

 

Symptom Tree

Allows you to select tests based on a symptom of the

 

problem you are having. This option lists the most common

 

symptoms.

 

 

3If 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 see "Contacting Dell" on page 187.

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.

4If 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.

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