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Dell Laptop Screen LCD Diagnostics

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If your laptop screen is not displaying video properly, you need to run what is called the Built-in Self Test (BIST) to determine if there is a problem with the screen itself or some other issue that is preventing your LCD laptop from displaying an normal image. The BIST will help you isolate problems such [...]

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Dell Laptop Power Adapter Problem

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If you receive a message stating The AC adapter type cannot be determined. This will prevent optimal system performance. Strike F3 key ( before F1 or F2 key) if you don’t want to see power warning messages again then there are a few things you can try before replacing the laptop power adapter. Before you [...]

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Order Recovery Disks From Dell

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We get questions all the time regarding reinstalling the Operating System on a Dell computer. Usually a user will have lost their recovery disks, or worse, never created them using the recovery disks creation wizard. Dell now allows users to order a set of recovery disks to perform a system restore of their computer. Users [...]

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Dell Power Button Lights

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Most newer models of Dell computers now have a diagnostic LED surrounding the power button on the from of the computer. When you press the power button to boot the PC, the light should be green and remain green under normal circumstances. Any other lights will help you troubleshoot the power issue you are having. [...]

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Dell System Restore

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Performing a factory System Recovery with Dell. If you own a Dell computer system, you will be able to quickly and easily restore your Dell PC to factory condition in a few quick and easy steps.  This article will discuss some of the methods Dell uses in making sure its clients are able to revert [...]

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Dell Driver Download

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If you have damaged or misplaced your Dell driver disk that shipped with your Dell PC, you can still download the drivers necessary to run the hardware on your computer.  Dell makes it easy to obtain this information via their website.  You will need to know the model and possibly the serial number of your [...]

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Dell Diagnostic Codes

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Most computers come with the ability to produce a BIOS beep code when there is a serious hardware problem that prevents Windows from loading normally. Many Dell models have this feature, as well as additional diagnostic lights to help users and repair technicians quickly troubleshoot problems. In addition to a beep code, your Dell PC [...]

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Dell I/O Front Panel Test

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If you are experiencing problems with your Dell computer, you need to first troubleshoot the front I / O panel to confirm the it is good before proceeding to more complex and expensive repairs, such as the power supply or motherboard. The I/O panel contains the switch, a disgnostic LED and sometimes even USB Ports. [...]

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