Dell 94CGN, GX50 manual Using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD, User’s Guide

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Your computer includes the following tools that can help you solve a problem:

DELL DIAGNOSTICS— The Dell Diagnostics test various components in your computer and help to identify the cause of computer problems. For more information, see "Running the Dell Diagnostics" on page 9.

SYSTEM LIGHTS— Located on the front of the computer, these lights can help troubleshoot a computer problem. For more information, see your User’s Guide.

DIAGNOSTIC LIGHTS— Located on the back of the computer, these lights can help troubleshoot a computer problem. For more information, see your

User’s Guide.

SYSTEM MESSAGES— The computer reports these messages to warn you of current or possible failure. For more information, see your User’s Guide.

BEEP CODES— A series of audible beep codes emitted by your computer can help identify a problem. For more information, see your User’s Guide.

Using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD

To use the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD while you are running the Microsoft® Windows® operating system, perform the following steps.

NOTE: To access device drivers and user documentation, you must use the ResourceCD while you are running Windows.

1Turn on the computer and allow it to boot to the Windows desktop.

2Insert the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD into the CD drive.

If you are using the Dell OptiPlex ResourceCD for the first time on this computer, the ResourceCD Installation window opens to inform you that the ResourceCD is about to begin installation.

3Click OK to continue.

To complete the installation, respond to the prompts offered by the installation program.

4Click Next at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen.

5Choose the appropriate System Model, Operating System, Device Type, and Topic.

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