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Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics

Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows (select products
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HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is a Windows-based utility that allows you to run diagnostic tests to
determine whether the computer hardware is functioning properly. The tool runs within the Windows
operating system in order to diagnose hardware failures.
If HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is not installed on your computer, first you must download and install
it. To download HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, see
Windows on page
After HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows is installed, follow these steps to access it from HP Help and
Support or HP Support Assistant.
1. To access HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows from HP Help and Support:
a. Select the Start button, and then select HP Help and Support.
b. Right-click HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, select More, and then select Run as
administrator.
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To access HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows from HP Support Assistant:
a. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app.
– or –
Select the question mark icon in the taskbar.
b. Select Troubleshooting and fixes.
c. Select Diagnostics, and then select HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows.
2. When the tool opens, select the type of diagnostic test you want to run, and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
NOTE:
When HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows detects a failure that requires hardware replacement, a 24-digit
Failure ID code is generated. The screen displays one of the following options:
● A Failure ID link is displayed. Select the link and follow the on-screen instructions.
● A Quick Response (QR) code is displayed. With a mobile device, scan the code and then follow the on-
screen instructions.
● Instructions for calling support are displayed. Follow those instructions.

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows

The HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows download instructions are provided in English only.
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● You must use a Windows computer to download this tool because only .exe files are provided.
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If you need to stop a diagnostic test at any time, select Cancel.
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics

Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows (select products only)

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