Dell XPS M1330 Owner's Manual - Page 105
Unexpected characters, Lockups and Software Problems, The computer does not start - windows 10
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4 From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs→ Accessories→ Notepad. 5 Type some characters on the internal keyboard and verify that they appear on the display. If the characters appear now, but did not with the external keyboard, you may have a defective external keyboard. Contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 164). R U N T H E K E Y B O A R D D I A G N O S T I C S T E S T S - Run the PC-AT Compatible Keyboards tests in the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 87). If the tests indicate a defective external keyboard, contact Dell (see "Contacting Dell" on page 164). Unexpected characters DI S A B L E T H E N U M E R I C K E Y P A D - Press to disable the numeric keypad if numbers are displayed instead of letters. Verify that the numbers lock light is not lit. Lockups and Software Problems CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. The computer does not start CHECK THE AC ADAPTER - Ensure that the AC adapter is firmly connected to the computer and to the electrical outlet. The computer stops responding NOTICE: You might lose data if you are unable to perform an operating system shutdown. TURN 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. Troubleshooting 105