Dell diagnostics main menu – Dell OptiPlex 360 (Late 2008) User Manual

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Troubleshooting

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11 Close the Main Menu window to exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the

computer.

12 Remove the Drivers and Utilities disc from the optical drive.

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

After the Dell Diagnostics loads the following menu appears:

Press <Tab> to select the test you want to run and then press <Enter>.

NOTE:

It is recommended that you select Test System to run a complete test on

your computer. Selecting Test Memory initiates the extended memory test, which

can take up to thirty minutes or more to complete. When the test completes, record

the test results and then press any key to return to this menu.

After Test System is selected, the following menu appears:

Option

Function

Test Memory

Run the stand-alone memory test

Test System

Run system diagnostics

Exit

Exit the diagnostics

Option

Function

Express Test

Performs a quick test of devices in the
system. This typically can take 10 to 20
minutes.

NOTE:

The Express Test requires no interaction on your

part. Run Express Test first to increase the possibility of

tracing a problem quickly.

Extended Test

Performs a thorough check of devices in
the system. This typically can take an
hour or more.

NOTE:

The Extended Test periodically requires your input

to answer specific questions.

Custom Test

Use to test a specific device or
customize the tests to be run.

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