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Windows 95 displays the Device Properties dialog box, which
provides various tabs to choose from. Some of the common
ones are:
For further information about Device Manager, refer to Windows
95 on-line help.
Fixing Device Related Problems
If you don't have a hardware conflict, but you think your problem
could be related to one of your computer's devices, the first thing
to do is run a system verification test. A system verification test
confirms that the factory-installed devices connected to the com-
puter are working. This includes testing the memory, hard disk,
disk drive, etc.
Then read the relevant parts of this section which describes prob-
lems and solutions related to specific devices. For more extensive
testing see "The Diagnostic Test" on page 451.
Running the System Verification Test
To verify the system when Resume mode is off, follow these
steps:
1 Turn the computer off.
2 Hold down the spacebar while you press the power button.
To verify the system when Resume Mode is on, hold down the
spacebar while you press the reset button.
Part I: Getting To Know Your Computer
If Something Goes Wrong...
Fixing Device Related Problems
The General tab provides basic information about the
device.
The Resources tab lists the resources assigned to the
device. If you have a device conflict, it is shown in the
Conflicting device list.
The Drivers tab displays the drivers being used by the
device.
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