If the patterns on your screen are clear and distinct, press Y and then Enter. If any pattern is not clear, first check the adjustment of your monitor (if you are using an external monitor), and then make sure that both ends of the cable are plugged in firmly. If a problem persists, press N and Enter to display the error message.
Screen Paging Check
To check your system’s screen paging, press 7 and Enter.
Your computer’s display memory is divided into eight independent display pages. This test checks the eight pages by first filling all eight with a number corresponding to the page, and then displaying each page in turn. You see this pattern for screen 0:
When you have examined this screen, press any key to display the next page. The eight display pages, numbered 0 through 7, are displayed sequentially.
After the eighth page is displayed, you see this prompt:
Is the display correct (Y/N)?
If all eight pages are correct, press Y and Enter. If any page is filled with an incorrect number, press N and Enter to display the error message.
Performing System Diagnostics |