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Quick Reference Guide 19
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 "Contacting 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, the
technical support representative will ask you 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
media
,
remove the media.
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 the
system setup program, 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.