Dell Diagnostics; Dell Diagnostics Main Menu - Dell Dimension 3000 Owner's Manual

Light Pattern Problem Description
The computer is in a normal operating
condition after POST.
A B C D
= yellow
= green
= off

Dell Diagnostics

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the
Product Information Guide.
If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in "Solving Problems" on page 17 and
run the Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for technical assistance.
NOTICE:
The Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell™ computers.
1 Turn on (or restart) your computer.
2 When the DELL™ logo appears, press <F12> immediately.
If you wait too long and the operating system logo appears, continue to wait until you see the
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Microsoft Windows
3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press <Enter>.
4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run (see page 36).

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

1 After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for the option
you want.
Option
Express Test
Extended Test
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Advanced Troubleshooting
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desktop. Then shut down your computer (see page 45) and try again.
Function
Performs a quick test of devices. This 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.
Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes
an hour or more and requires you to answer questions
periodically.
Suggested Resolution
None.