Troubleshooting; Dell Technical Update Service; Dell Diagnostics - Dell Vostro 1400 Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

Dell Technical Update Service

The Dell Technical Update service provides proactive e-mail notification of
software and hardware updates for your computer. The service is free and can
be customized for content, format, and how frequently you receive
notifications.
To enroll for the Dell Technical Update service, go to
support.dell.com/technicalupdate.

Dell Diagnostics

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in
"Lockups and Software Problems" on page 135and run the Dell Diagnostics
before you contact Dell for technical assistance.
It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.
NOTE:
The Dell Diagnostics only operates on Dell computers.
Enter the system setup program, review your computer's configuration
information, and ensure that the device you want to test displays in the
system setup program and is active (see "Using the System Setup Program" on
page 213).
Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive or from your Drivers and
Utilities media (see "Drivers and Utilities Media" on page 15).
Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive
The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on
your hard drive.
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