Dell Precision YT583 User Manual page 97

10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.
A program stops responding
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Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously to access the Task Manager.
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Click the Applications tab.
2
Click to select the program that is no longer responding.
3
Click End Task.
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A program crashes repeatedly
NOTE:
Most software includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a
floppy disk, CD, or DVD.
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the program.
A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system
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Windows XP:
The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an
environment similar to non-XP operating system environments.
Click Start→ All Programs→ Accessories→ Program Compatibility Wizard→ Next.
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Follow the instructions on the screen.
2
Windows Vista:
The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an
environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating system environments.
Start
Click
1
version of Windows.
In the welcome screen, click Next.
2
Follow the instructions on the screen.
3
A solid blue screen appears
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key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button
for at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart
your computer.
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→ Control Panel→ Programs→ Use an older program with this
If you are unable to get a response by pressing a
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— If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall
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