194 If Something Goes Wrong
Resolving a hardware conflict
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Checking device properties
Device Manager provides a way to view the properties of a
device. Properties include the name of the manufacturer, the
type of device, the drivers installed, and the system resources
assigned to the device.
To check a device’s properties:
1Open the Start menu, then click Control Panel.
2Click Performance and Maintenance, and then
Administrative Tools.
3Click the Computer Management icon.
4Click the Device Manager button.
5To view the device(s) installed, double-click the device
type.
6To 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, multi-function drive,
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.
7Click troubleshooting.
A Help and Support window for that device appears.
For more information about Device Manager, refer to
Window s® XP online help.