3
When the boot device list appears, highlight Onboard or USB CD-ROM and press
<Enter>.
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
7
Type
2
8
Select Run the 32 Bit Dell Diagnostics from the numbered list. If multiple versions are listed,
select the version appropriate for your computer.
9
When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run (see
page 20).
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu
1
After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the button for
the option you want.
Option
Express Test
Extended Test
Custom Test
Symptom Tree
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.
NOTE:
The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test screen. If you contact Dell,
technical support will ask 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.
Tab
Results
Errors
20
Quick Reference Guide
to start the ResourceCD menu.
to start the Dell Diagnostics.
Function
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.
Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes 1 hour or more
and requires you to answer questions periodically.
Tests a specific device. You can customize the tests you want to run.
Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to select a test
based on the symptom of the problem you are having.
Function
Displays the results of the test and any error conditions encountered.
Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem
description.