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22 Quick Reference Guide
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
1
After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the
Main
Menu
screen appears, click the button for the option
you want.
2
If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code and a 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 (see "Con
tacting Dell" in your User’s Guide).
NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell,
technical support will ask for your Service Tag.
3
If you run a test from the
Custom Test
or
Symptom Tree
option, click the applicable tab described in
the following table for more information.
4
When the tests are completed, if you are running the Dell Diagnostics from the
Drivers and Utilities
CD
,
remove the CD.
5
When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the
Main
Menu
screen. To exit the
Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the
Main
Menu
screen.
Option Function
Express Test 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.
Extended Test Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes 1 hour or more and requires
you to answer questions periodically.
Custom Test Tests a specific device. You can customize the tests you want to run.
Symptom Tree Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select a test based on the
symptom of the problem you are having.
Tab Function
Results Displays the results of the test and any error conditions encountered.
Errors Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem description.
Help Describes the test and may indicate requirements for running the test.
Configuration Displays your hardware configuration for the selected device.
The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices from system setup,
memory, and various internal tests, and it displays the information in the device list in the
left pane of the screen. The device list may not display the names of all the components
installed on your computer or all devices attached to your computer.
Parameters Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings.