38 Quick Reference Guide
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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 (see "Contacting
Dell" in your
User’s Guide
).
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.
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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.
Custom Test Tests a specific device. You can customize the tests you want
to run.
Symptom Tree Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you
to select a test based on the symptom of the problem you
are having.
Tab Function
Results Displays the results of the test and any error conditions
encountered.
Errors Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and
the problem description.
Help Describes the test and may indicate requirements for
running the test.
Configuration Displays your hardware configuration for the selected
device.
The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information
for all devices from system setup, memory, and various
internal tests, and it displays the information in the device
list in the left pane of the screen. The device list may not
display the names of all the components installed on your
computer or all devices attached to your computer.
Parameters Allows you to customize the test by changing the
test settings.
Option Function
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