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Power Problems
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Printer Problems
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Scanner Problems
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Sound and Speaker Problems
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No sound from speakers
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No sound from headphones
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Video and Monitor Problems
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If the screen is blank
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If the screen is difficult to read
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Troubleshooting Tools
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Diagnostic Lights
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Dell Diagnostics
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Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
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Drivers
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What Is a Driver?
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Identifying Drivers
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Reinstalling Drivers
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Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities
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Restoring Your Operating System
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Using Microsoft
Windows XP System Restore
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Using Dell PC Restore
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Using the Operating System CD
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Removing and Installing Parts
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Before You Begin
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Recommended Tools
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Turning Off Your Computer
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Before Working Inside Your Computer
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Removing the Computer Cover
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Inside View of Your Computer
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System Board Components
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