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Dell desktops come with preboot or built-in diagnostics which can help diagnose hardware issues and capture error codes. Built-in or preboot diagnostics are run outside the operating system. Running a built-in or preboot diagnostics does not require the computer to be connected to the Internet.
Dell SupportAssist Preboot (also called ePSA or PSA) diagnostics are available on Dell laptops, desktops, servers, and Windows-based tablets.
See Dell Knowledge Base article Resolve Hardware Issues With Built-in and Online Diagnostics (SupportAssist ePSA, ePSA, or PSA Error Codes) for information about how to look up the error code for additional help.
Alternatively, see the SupportAssist Pre-Boot System Performance Check page to get more information about preboot diagnostic error codes.
To learn more about Dell preboot diagnostics, see the Dell knowledge-base article Resolve Hardware Issues With Built-in and Online Diagnostics (ePSA or PSA Error Codes).
ePSA Preboot System Assessment (Official Dell Tech Support) (English only) - 02:00
SupportAssist proactively checks the health of the computer hardware and software. When an issue is detected, SupportAssist notifies you. SupportAssist is preinstalled on all new Dell computers and tablets.
To learn more about SupportAssist, see SupportAssist for personal computer's and Tablets page.
The Dell Download Center provides information about software that you may have bought and software that is already installed on your computer, such as Dell Backup Solutions and Dell SupportAssist for PCs and tablets.
Some of the software sold at the time of purchase has to be downloaded once you receive your computer. You can download and install those programs by using Dell Digital Delivery, for more information see the following links:
A free PDF reader (Acrobat Reader DC) is available for free from Adobe. You need this program to view any PDF files such as the Quick Start Guides or Owner's Manuals.
This article provides help with Microsoft Office programs, A Guide to the various Microsoft Office programs available on your Dell personal computer.
To access the Dell Security and Virus Support Page click on the following link:
Your computer comes preinstalled with an anti-virus program. For more information, see the Dell Knowledge Base article Useful Information about the Third-Party anti-virus programs that ship with a Dell personal computer.
More information about Viruses, Spyware, and Malware can be found at the following links:
When your computer is unable to boot to the operating system even after repeated attempts, it automatically starts Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery.
Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery is a stand-alone tool that is preinstalled in all Dell computers installed with the Windows 10 operating system. It consists of tools to diagnose and troubleshoot issues that may occur before your computer boots to the operating system. It enables you to diagnose hardware issues, repair your computer, back up your files, or restore your computer to its factory state.
To learn more about, see the Dell Dell Knowledge Base article Restore your system using Dell SupportAssist OS Recovery Local Restore.
Get support for no video, distorted, blurry image, or other display issues.
Get support for issues related to the mouse or keyboard.
To learn more about how to view or download the User Guide or Manual for a Dell product, see the Dell Dell Knowledge Base article Manuals and Documentation for your Dell Product.
Hardware diagnostic tests can identify any potential hardware issues with the components like hard disk drive, memory (RAM), chipset, audio or sound card, graphics or video card, so on
The Diagnostics section of this Dell Dell Knowledge Base article provides instructions on how to run preboot and/or SupportAssist diagnostic tests on Dell Inspiron 24 5490 All-in-One desktop.
The Troubleshooting section of this Dell Dell Knowledge Base article provides self-help resources on troubleshooting common issues on the Dell Inspiron 24 5490 All-in-One desktop.
Performing a hard reset usually fixes many problems and also drains any residual power that maybe causing the problem.