Dell Vostro 1400, Owner'S Manual

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Troubleshooting
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the
button for the option you want.
NOTE:
It is recommended that you select
Test System
to run a complete test
on your computer.
After you have selected the
Test System
option from the main menu, the
following menu appears.
NOTE:
It is recommended that you select Extended Test from the menu to
run a more thorough check of the devices in the computer.
Option Function
Test Memory Run the stand-alone memory test
Test System Run System Diagnostics
Exit Exit the Diagnostics
Option Function
Express Test Performs a quick test of system
devices. The test typically takes 10 to
20 minutes and requires no interaction
on your part. Run Express Test first to
increase the possibility of tracing the
problem quickly.
Extended Test Performs a thorough check of system
devices. The test typically takes an
hour or more and periodically requires
your input to answer specific
questions.
Custom Test Tests a specific device in the system
and can be used to customize the tests
you want to run.
Symptom Tree Lists a number of common symptoms and
allows you to select a test based on the
symptom of the problem you are having.
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