98 Troubleshooting Tools

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

1
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.
2
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 devices in the computer.
Option Function
Test Memory Run the stand-alone memory test
Test System Run System Diagnostics
Exit Exit the Diagnostics
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 Use to test a specific device or
customize the tests to be run.
Symptom Tree This option allows you to select tests
based on a symptom of the problem you
are having. This option lists the most
common symptoms.
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