Dell Dimension XPS 50 Reference Manual

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support.dell.com Checking Inside Your Computer 6-116. Replace the computer cover and support beam, and reconnect the system to anelectrical outlet.7. Insert the Dell Dimension ResourceCD into the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.For systems running Windows 98, also insert the Microsoft Windows 98 BootDisk into the diskette drive.NOTE: For systems running Windows NT, use the Hard Drive Diagnostics andUtilities diskette included with your computer system or any MS-DOS bootablediskette.8. Turn on the computer system.If the system does not start, see Chapter 7, “Getting Help,” for instructions onobtaining technical assistance.9. When the boot screen appears, select Start Computer with CD-ROM Support.10. At the a:\ prompt, type x: (where x is the drive letter for the CD-ROM orDVD-ROM drive, which is displayed on the line above the a:\ prompt.). Press.11. Type diags32 and press .The DIAGNOSTICS MENU appears.12. Run the System Board Device test group in the Dell Diagnostics (refer to “Run-ning the Dell Diagnostics” in Chapter 4).If the tests do not complete successfully, refer to Chapter 7, “Getting Help,” forinstructions on obtaining technical assistance.# !Liquids from spills, splashes, and excessive humidity can damage your computer. Ifan external device (such as a printer) gets wet, contact the manufacturer for instruc-tions. If your computer gets wet, perform the following steps:1. Immediately unplug the computer from the electrical outlet.2. Remove the computer cover and support beam as described in “Removing andReplacing the Computer Cover and Support Beam” in Chapter 2.3. Let the computer dry for at least 24 hours.* 6% "$ &4. Remove all expansion cards installed in the computer (refer to “Removing Expan-sion Cards” in Chapter 2) except the video card.