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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:
1.
Click
Start
→
Help and Support
.
2.
Type
hardware troubleshooter
in the
search field and press <Enter> to start the
search.
3.
In the search results, select the option that
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 53 and
run Dell Diagnostics before you contact Dell
for technical assistance.
Ensure that the device that you want to test
displays in the system setup utility and is
active. To enter the system setup (BIOS) utility,
turn on (or restart) your computer and press
<F2> when the DELL logo appears.
Starting Dell Diagnostics
When you run Dell diagnostics, the computer
invokes the Enhanced Pre-boot System
Assessment (ePSA). The ePSA includes a series
of diagnostic tests for devices such as the
system board, keyboard, display, memory,
hard drive, and so on.
Summary of Contents for Inspiron 1425
Page 1: ...SETUP GUIDE INSPIRON ...
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Page 3: ...SETUP GUIDE Regulatory model P20G Regulatory type P20G002 INSPIRON ...
Page 10: ...8 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Press the Power Button ...
Page 14: ...12 Setting Up Your Inspiron Laptop Enable or Disable Wireless Optional ...
Page 20: ...18 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Left View Features 1 2 3 4 ...
Page 22: ...20 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 ...
Page 24: ...22 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Back View Features 1 2 3 4 ...
Page 26: ...24 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Front View Features 1 2 3 4 ...
Page 30: ...28 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Computer Base and Keyboard Features 1 2 3 4 ...
Page 32: ...30 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 5 6 7 ...
Page 40: ...38 Using Your Inspiron Laptop Display Features 1 2 3 4 ...
Page 45: ...43 Using Your Inspiron Laptop ...
Page 47: ...45 Using Your Inspiron Laptop 1 battery lock latch 2 battery 3 battery release latch 1 2 3 ...
Page 79: ...77 Getting Help ...
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