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Using Support Tools

Hardware Troubleshooter

If a device is either not detected during

the operating system setup or is detected

but incorrectly configured, you can use the
Hardware Troubleshooter to resolve the

incompatibility.
To start the Hardware Troubleshooter:

Click

1.

Start

Help and Support.

Type

2.

hardware troubleshooter in

the search field and press to start

the search.
In the search results, select the option that

3.

best describes the problem and follow the

remaining troubleshooting steps.

Dell Diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your

computer, perform the checks in “Lockups and

Software Problems” on page 25 and run the

Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell for

technical assistance.
It is recommended that you print these

procedures before you begin.

NOTE: Dell Diagnostics works only on Dell

computers.
NOTE: The

Drivers and Utilities disc

is optional and may not ship with your

computer.

See the System Setup section in the Service

Manual to review your computer’s configuration

information, and ensure that the device that

you want to test displays in the system setup

program and is active.
Start the Dell Diagnostics from your hard drive

or from the

Drivers and Utilities disc.