Dell Dimension 8400 - Manual (Page 39)

Solving Problems
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The computer stops responding
NOTICE:
You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown.
A program stops responding
A program crashes repeatedly
NOTE:
Software usually includes installation instructions in its documentation or on a floppy disk or CD.
A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system
A solid blue screen appears
T URN 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. Then restart your computer.
E ND THE PROGRAM —
1 Press simultaneously.
2 Click Applications.
3 Click the program that is no longer responding.
4 Click End Task.
C HECK THE SOFTWARE DOCUMENTATION — If necessary, uninstall and then reinstall the program.
R UN THE P ROGRAM C OMPATIBILITY W IZARD —
The Program Compatibility Wizard configures a program so it runs in an environment similar to non-
Windows XP operating system environments.
1 Click the Start button, point to All Programs → Accessories, and then click Program Compatibility
Wizard.
2 In the welcome screen, click Next.
3 Follow the instructions on the screen.
T URN 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. Then restart your computer.