Dell diagnostics – Dell Studio One 19 (1909, Early 2009) User Manual

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Using Support Tools

Type

2.

hardware troubleshooter in

the search field and press <Enter> to start

the search.
In the search results, select the option that

3.

best describes the problem and follow the

remaining troubleshooting steps.

Dell Diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your

computer, perform the checks in “Lockups and

Software Problems” on page 27 and run the

Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for

technical assistance.

NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell

computers.
NOTE: The

Drivers and Utilities media

is optional and may not ship with your

computer.

See the System Setup section in the Service

Manual to review your computer’s configuration

information, and ensure that the device that

you want to test displays in the system setup

program and is active.
Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive

or from the

Drivers and Utilities media.

Starting Dell Diagnostics From Your

Hard Drive

The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden

diagnostic utility partition on your hard drive.

NOTE: If your computer cannot display a

screen image, see “Contacting Dell” on

page 44.

Ensure that the computer is connected to an

1.

electrical outlet that is known to be working

properly.
Turn on (or restart) your computer.

2.

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