Dell 3000 manual Dell Diagnostics Main Menu, Option Function

Light Pattern	Problem Description	Suggested Resolution
	The computer is in a normal operating	None.
	condition after POST.

A B C D

= yellow = green = off

Dell Diagnostics

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.

If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" on page 17 and run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance.

NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell™ computers.

1Turn on (or restart) your computer.

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

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 (see page 45) and try again.

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

4When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run (see page 36).

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

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

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