Troubleshooting Guide
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- Computer Diagnostic Features
- Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics- Safety and Comfort
- Before You Call for Technical Support
- Helpful Hints
- Solving General Problems
- Solving Power Supply Problems
- Solving Diskette Problems
- Solving Hard Drive Problems
- Solving MultiBay Problems
- Solving Display Problems
- Solving Audio Problems
- Solving Printer Problems
- Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems
- Solving Hardware Installation Problems
- Solving Network Problems
- Solving Memory Problems
- Solving Processor Problems
- Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems
- Solving Drive Key Problems
- Solving Internet Access Problems
- Solving Software Problems
- Contacting Customer Support
 
- POST Error Messages
- Password Security and Resetting CMOS
- Drive Protection System (DPS)
- Setting up Analog/Digital Audio Output
- Index

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Computer Diagnostic Features
❏ The Log tab lists tests run on the system, the numbers of 
times each test has run, the number of errors found on each 
test, and the total run time of each test.
❏ The Error tab lists all errors found on the computer with 
their error codes.
7. To save a test report:
❏ Select the Log tab Save button to save a Log tab report.
❏ Select the Error tab Save button to save an Error tab report.
8. To print a test report:
❏ If the report is on the Log tab, select File > Save As, then 
print the file from the selected folder.
❏ If the report is on the Error tab, select the Error tab Print 
button.
9. If errors are found, click the Error tab to display more detailed 
information and recommended actions. By following the 
recommended actions, you may be able to solve some problems 
yourself.
10. Click Print or save the error information in case you need to 
contact an authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider for 
assistance.
11. To exit Diagnostics for Windows, click File, then click Exit.










