Dell OptiPlex FX160 (Late 2008) User Manual
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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 Embedded:
A Program Compatibility Wizard is not provided within Windows XP Embedded. It is available through an Internet connection to the Microsoft website. To use
this feature:
1.
Click Start® Control Panel® Help and Support.
2.
Under the Pick a task heading, click Find compatible hardware and software for Window XP.
3.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
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.
NOTE:
Most software includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk, CD, or DVD.