Lockups And Software Problems - Dell 1545 - Inspiron - Pentium 2 GHz Setup Manual

Lockups and Software Problems

If the computer does not start up — Ensure
that the power cable is firmly connected to the
computer and to the electrical outlet.
If a program stops responding — End the
program:
Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously.
1.
2. Click Applications.
Click the program that is no longer
3.
responding
4. Click End Task.
If a program crashes repeatedly — Check the
software documentation. If necessary, uninstall
and then reinstall the program.
NOTE: Most software includesinstallation
instructions in its documentation or on CD.
If the computer stops responding or a solid blue
screen appears —
NOTICE: You might lose data if you are
unable to perform an operating system
shutdown.
If you are unable to get a response by pressing
a 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.
If a program is designed for an earlier
Microsoft Windows
® ®
Run the Program Compatibility Wizard. The
Program Compatibility Wizard configures a
program so that it runs in an environment
similar to non-Windows Vista operating system
environments.
1. Click Start → Control Panel→
Programs→ Use an older program with this
version of Windows.
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