Dell R410 When to Use the Embedded System Diagnostics, Running the Embedded System Diagnostics

•Display, print, or save test results

•Temporarily suspend testing if an error is detected or terminate testing when a user-defined error limit is reached

•View help messages that briefly describe each test and its parameters

•View status messages that inform you if tests are completed successfully

•View error messages that inform you of problems encountered during testing

When to Use the Embedded System Diagnostics

If a major component or device in the system does not operate properly, component failure may be indicated. As long as the microprocessor and the system's input/output devices are functioning, you can use the system diagnostics to help identify the problem.

Running the Embedded System Diagnostics

You can run the embedded system diagnostics program from the USC main screen.

CAUTION: Use the system diagnostics to test only your system. Using this program with other systems may cause invalid results or error messages.

1As the system boots, press <F10> to start the USC.

2Click Diagnostics in the left pane and click Launch Diagnostics in the right pane.

The Diagnostics menu allows you to run all or specific diagnostics tests or to exit.

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Running the System Diagnostics