Dell PP29L owner manual Dell Diagnostics Main Menu, OptionFunction, Option Function

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

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

NOTE: It is recommended that you select Test System to run a complete test on your computer.

OptionFunction

Test Memory Run the stand-alone memory test

Test System Run System Diagnostics

Exit Exit Diagnostics

After 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 the devices in the computer.

Option	Function
Express Test	Performs a quick test of computer devices. The 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 computer devices. The test
	typically takes an hour or more and periodically requires your
	input to answer specific questions.
Custom Test	Tests a specific device in the computer and can be used to
	customize the tests you want to run.
Symptom Tree	Lists a number of common symptoms and allows you to select
	a test based on the symptom of the problem you are having.

For any problem 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 exactly as it appears and follow the instructions on the screen. If you cannot resolve the problem, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 132).

NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. When contacting Dell support, have your Service Tag ready.

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