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If Something Goes Wrong

Resolving a hardware conflict

4To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device type.

5To view the properties, double-click the device.

The operating system displays the Device Properties dialog box, which provides an array of tabs. They include:

The General tab, which provides basic information about the device.

The Resource tab, which lists resources assigned to the monitor, DVD-ROM, DVD-ROM/CD-RW, diskette disk drive, and other power-using functions.

The Drivers tab, which displays the drivers being used by the device.

A Troubleshooting button is also present.

Click troubleshooting.

A Help and Support window for that device appears.

For more information about Device Manager, refer to Windows® XP online help.

Memory card problems

Incorrectly connected or faulty memory modules may cause errors that seem to be device-related. It is worthwhile checking for these first:

1Click Start, then click Turn Off Computer.

2Click Turn Off.

The operating system shuts down and turns off the computer automatically.

3Remove the memory module.

4Reinstall the memory module, following the instructions in “Installing additional memory (optional)” on page 46, and making sure it is seated properly.