Dell Precision 350 - Manual (Page 21)

S e t u p a n d Q u i c k Re f e r e n c e G u i d e 21
• Reinstall your operating system using the operating system installation
guide and operating system CD.
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics
If you experience a problem with your computer, run the Dell Diagnostics
before you contact Dell for technical assistance. The test results provide
important information for Dell's service and support personnel.
NOTICE: Only use the Dell Diagnostics to test your Dell™ computer. Using
this program with other computers can cause incorrect computer responses or
result in error messages.
The Dell Diagnostics allow you to:
• Perform quick checks or extensive tests on one or all devices
• Choose how many times a test is run
• Display or print test results or save them in a file
• Suspend testing if an error is detected or terminate testing if a certain
number of errors occur
• Access online Help screens that describe the tests and how to run
them
• Read status messages that tell you whether tests completed
successfully
• Receive error messages if problems are detected
Before You Start Testing
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section,
follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide.
• Turn on your printer if one is attached.
• Enter system setup, review your computer’s configuration
information, and enable all of your computer’s components and
devices, such as connectors.
Running the Dell Diagnostics
It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.