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When the boot device list appears, highlight IDE CD-ROM Device and press
3
<Enter>.
Select the IDE CD-ROM Device option from the CD boot menu.
4
Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that appears.
5
Type to start the ResourceCD menu.
6
1
Type to start the Dell Diagnostics.
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2
Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions
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are listed, select the version appropriate for your computer.
When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run.
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Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button
1
for the option you want.
Option
Express Test
Extended Test
Custom Test
Symptom Tree
If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a
2
description of the problem. Write down the error code and problem description and
follow the instructions on the screen.
If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell.
NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you
contact Dell, technical support personnel will ask for your Service Tag number.
If you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the applicable
3
tab described in the following table for more information.
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.
Tests a specific device. You can customize the tests you
want to run.
Lists the most common symptoms encountered and
allows you to select a test based on the symptom of the
problem you are having.
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