Dell Precision M2400 (Mid 2008) User Manual
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Ensure that the power cable is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet
The computer stops responding
Turn the computer off —
If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for
at least 8 to 10 seconds (until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.
A program stops responding
End the program —
1.
Press
2.
Click the Applications tab.
3.
Click to select the program that is no longer responding.
4.
Click End Task.
A program crashes repeatedly
Check the software documentation —
If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system
Run the Program Compatibility Wizard —
Windows XP:
The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to non-XP operating system environments.
1.
Click Start® All Programs® Accessories®
Program Compatibility Wizard®
Next.
2.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
Windows Vista:
The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so that it runs in an environment similar to non-Windows Vista operating system environments.
1.
Click Start
® Control Panel® Programs® Use an older program with this version of Windows.
2.
In the welcome screen, click Next.
3.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
A solid blue screen appears
Turn the computer off —
If you are unable to get a response by pressing a key on your keyboard or moving your mouse, press and hold the power button for at least 8 to 10 seconds
(until the computer turns off), and then restart your computer.
Other software problems
Check the software documentation or contact the software manufacturer for troubleshooting information —
NOTICE:
You may lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
NOTE:
Most software includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk, CD, or DVD.