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Hard drive problems, Allow the computer to cool before turning it on, Run check disk – Dell Alienware M11x R3 (Early 2011) User Manual

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CHAPTER 5: TROUBLESHOOTING

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Hard Drive Problems

Allow the computer to cool before turning it on

A hot hard drive may prevent the operating system from starting. Try allowing the computer
to return to room temperature before turning it on.

Run Check Disk

1. Click Start

→ Computer.

2. Right‑click Local Disk C:.
3. Click Properties

→ Tools→ Check Now.

If the

User Account Control window appears, click Continue.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen.