Quick Reference Guide
Page 19
...Utilities CD" on page 19) or from either your computer and try again. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to test is active. Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in system setup. ... Windows® desktop. For information on page 19). NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on (or restart) your online User's Guide. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press . 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to the devices...
...Utilities CD" on page 19) or from either your computer and try again. On the next start-up, the computer boots according to test is active. Dell Diagnostics CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in system setup. ... Windows® desktop. For information on page 19). NOTICE: The Dell Diagnostics works only on (or restart) your online User's Guide. 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Boot to Utility Partition and press . 4 When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to the devices...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 20
...to run (see page 20). Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of the problem. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Onboard or USB CD-ROM and press . 4 Select Onboard or USB CD-ROM Device from the CD... boot menu. 5 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that appears. 6 Type 1 to start the ResourceCD menu. 7 Type 2 to start the Dell Diagnostics. 8 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click ...
...to run (see page 20). Option Express Test Extended Test Custom Test Symptom Tree Function Performs a quick test of the problem. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 3 When the boot device list appears, highlight Onboard or USB CD-ROM and press . 4 Select Onboard or USB CD-ROM Device from the CD... boot menu. 5 Select the Boot from CD-ROM option from the menu that appears. 6 Type 1 to start the ResourceCD menu. 7 Type 2 to start the Dell Diagnostics. 8 Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click ...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 23
If the computer does not boot, contact Dell for instructions on diagnosing the beep code. Blinking ...the lights may help you begin any of system boot completes successfully, all four lights display solid green. Solid yellow The Dell Diagnostics is running a test, If the Dell Diagnostics is running, allow the testing or a device.... To help identify where in the Product Information Guide. Check "Diagnostic Lights" on the lights change as the boot process completes. Also, check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is identified. When the computer starts...
If the computer does not boot, contact Dell for instructions on diagnosing the beep code. Blinking ...the lights may help you begin any of system boot completes successfully, all four lights display solid green. Solid yellow The Dell Diagnostics is running a test, If the Dell Diagnostics is running, allow the testing or a device.... To help identify where in the Product Information Guide. Check "Diagnostic Lights" on the lights change as the boot process completes. Also, check the diagnostic lights to see if the specific problem is identified. When the computer starts...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 25
... reinstalling the memory module, see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. • Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist. Quick Reference...information on memory modules, see your monitor screen. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. • If available, install properly... memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. • Ensure that the cables are compatible with your online User's Guide. •...
... reinstalling the memory module, see your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. • Ensure that no special memory module/memory connector placement requirements exist. Quick Reference...information on memory modules, see your monitor screen. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. If the computer starts normally, reinstall an additional module. • If available, install properly... memory of the same type into your computer. • If the problem persists, contact Dell. • Ensure that the cables are compatible with your online User's Guide. •...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 30
...to select CD-ROM, and press . 6 When the Press any key to load any virus protection software installed on your hard drive. Booting From the Operating System CD 1 Save and close any open files and exit any key. The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly...See the documentation that were installed during assembly of the computer. After you reinstall the operating system, you reinstall Windows XP. www.dell.com | support.dell.com To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following sections in the order in which they are listed. Reinstalling Windows XP NOTICE: ...
...to select CD-ROM, and press . 6 When the Press any key to load any virus protection software installed on your hard drive. Booting From the Operating System CD 1 Save and close any open files and exit any key. The reinstallation process can overwrite files and possibly...See the documentation that were installed during assembly of the computer. After you reinstall the operating system, you reinstall Windows XP. www.dell.com | support.dell.com To reinstall Windows XP, you need the following sections in the order in which they are listed. Reinstalling Windows XP NOTICE: ...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 31
...system components and configures the computer. The computer automatically restarts. NOTICE: Do not press any key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from the CD. 6 When the Regional and Language Options screen appears, select the settings for your location and click Next. 7 Enter your name ... Finish to register with the Drivers and Utilities CD. NOTICE: Do not press any key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from the CD. 13 When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next. 14 When the How will use this computer connect to select...
...system components and configures the computer. The computer automatically restarts. NOTICE: Do not press any key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from the CD. 6 When the Regional and Language Options screen appears, select the settings for your location and click Next. 7 Enter your name ... Finish to register with the Drivers and Utilities CD. NOTICE: Do not press any key when the following message appears: Press any key to boot from the CD. 13 When the Welcome to Microsoft screen appears, click Next. 14 When the How will use this computer connect to select...
Quick Reference Guide
Page 32
...the Drivers and Utilities CD for your system configuration is displayed on the computer and allow it to boot to the prompts offered by the installation program. 4 Click Next at support.dell.com. Drivers for Your Computer To display a list of device drivers for the first time on... a list of device drivers for your Drivers and Utilities CD and at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 5 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, Device Type, and Topic. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 20 Reinstall your virus protection software. 21 Reinstall your programs. NOTE: To reinstall...
...the Drivers and Utilities CD for your system configuration is displayed on the computer and allow it to boot to the prompts offered by the installation program. 4 Click Next at support.dell.com. Drivers for Your Computer To display a list of device drivers for the first time on... a list of device drivers for your Drivers and Utilities CD and at the Welcome Dell System Owner screen. 5 Select the appropriate System Model, Operating System, Device Type, and Topic. www.dell.com | support.dell.com 20 Reinstall your virus protection software. 21 Reinstall your programs. NOTE: To reinstall...