Dell OptiPlex NX1 Service Manual - Page 58
Highlight the Boot Sequence category see A-1. Either press
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The OptiPlex GX1 systems use either diskette-based or server-based diagnostics. The OptiPlex NX1 systems use either server-based, hard-disk-based, or (optionally) diskette-based diagnostics using an external diskette-drive kit connected to the computer as shown in Figure 2-1 and described in "DisketteBased Diagnostics" found later in this chapter. The server-based diagnostics contains tests that aid in troubleshooting major components of the computer. To run the server-based diagnostics, follow these steps: Highlight the Boot Sequence category (see Figure A-1). Either press to restore the default settings, or press and the rightarrow key to display the Device List screen (see Figure A-2). Then move the LANDesk Service Agent category above the Hard Drive C: category in the Boot Device Priority list. Press to reboot the system. Press the for Configuration Services or or to cancel. If you wait more than 5 seconds before pressing the , the message disappears and the load operation continues. Let the system complete the load operation; then shut down the system and try again. f If you wait more than 3 seconds before making a selection, the system automatically enters the software services. Contact the network administrator for information on system access. The tests continue to run until an error is encountered. When an error is reported, you have the option of stopping or continuing the tests. When 2-6