Lockups And Software Problems; The Computer Stops Responding; A Program Stops Responding; A Program Crashes Repeatedly - Dell Vostro 2510 Service Manual

Windows XP:
1. Click Start and click Control Panel.
2. Under Pick a Category, click Performance and Maintenance System System Properties  Hardware
Device Manager.
Windows Vista:
1. Click Start ® Control Panel® Hardware and Sound.
2. Click Device Manager.
If your IEEE 1394 device is listed, Windows recognizes the device.
If you have problems with a Dell IEEE 1394 device —
Contact Dell Support.
If you have problems with an IEEE 1394 device not provided by Dell —

Lockups and Software Problems

CAUTION: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your
computer. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

The computer does not start up

Check the diagnostic lights —
See Power Problems.
Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet

The computer stops responding

NOTICE: You may lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
Turn the computer off —
press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.

A program stops responding

End the program —
1. Press <Ctrl><Shift><Esc> simultaneously to access the Task Manager.
2. Click the Applications tab.
3. Click to select the program that is no longer responding.
4. Click End Task.

A program crashes repeatedly

NOTE: Most software includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk, CD, or DVD.
If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse,
Contact the IEEE 1394 device manufacturer.