Dell Latitude D510, Краткое руководство пользователя

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Quick Reference Guide
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Running the Dell Diagnostics
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Product Information Guide .
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" and run
the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance.
It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.
NOTICE:
The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell computers.
NOTE:
The Drivers and Utilities CD is optional and may not ship with your computer.
Start the Dell Diagnostics from either your hard drive or from the Drivers and Utilities CD (also
known as the ResourceCD ).
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive.
NOTE:
If your computer cannot display a screen image, see "Contacting Dell" section in your
User’s Guide .
1
Shut down the computer.
2
If the computer is connected to a docking device (docked), undock it. See the documentation
that came with your docking device for instructions.
3
Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
S
AVE AND CLOSE ANY OPEN FILES OR PROGRAMS AND SHUT DOWN YOUR COMPUTER THROUGH THE
Start MENU
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CAN THE COMPUTER FOR SPYWARE
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If you are experiencing slow computer performance, you
frequently receive pop-up advertisements, or you are having problems connecting to the Internet, your
computer might be infected with spyware. Use an anti-virus program that includes anti-spyware
protection (your program may require an upgrade) to scan the computer and remove spyware. For more
information, go to
support.dell.com and search for the keyword spyware .
R UN THE D ELL D IAGNOSTICS — If all tests run successfully, the error condition is related to a
software problem.