Using System DiagnosticsSystem Diagnostics allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware isfunctioning properly. The following diagnostic tests are available in System Diagnostics:● Start-up test—This test analyzes the main computer components that are required to start thecomputer.● Run-in test—This test repeats the start-up test and checks for intermittent problems that the start-uptest does not detect.● Hard disk test—This test analyzes the physical condition of the hard drive, and then checks alldata in every sector of the hard drive. If the test detects a damaged sector, it attempts to move thedata to a good sector.● Memory test—This test analyzes the physical condition of the memory modules. If it reports anerror, replace the memory modules immediately.● Battery test—This test analyzes the condition of the battery. If the battery fails the test, contact HPCustomer Support to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery.You can also view system information and error logs in the System Diagnostics window.To start System Diagnostics:1. Turn on or restart the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message isdisplayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu is displayed,press f2.2. Click the diagnostic test you want to run, and then follow the on-screen instructions.NOTE: If you need to stop a diagnostics test while it is running, press esc.Using System Diagnostics 115