eMachines Windows Vista FAQ

eMachines recommends Windows Vista® Home Premium.

Running Extended Test Using GWSCAN 5.11

Note: Back up all data before proceeding.

1. Place the bootable media containing GWSCAN 5.11 in the CD/DVD or floppy disk drive.

2. Shut down Windows and restart the computer. GWSCAN automatically starts to the bootable media.

3. From the GWSCAN 5.11 - Data Lifeguard Diagnostics main menu, press the DOWN ARROW key to select Extended Test, and then press ENTER.
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4. On the Extended Test screen, you are prompted that Quick Test runs first, followed by a Full Media Scan. To begin the test, press the R key.
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5. When the Quick Test is complete, to continue with the Full Media Scan, press the C key. Press any key to stop.

6. When the Full Media Scan is complete, to return to the main menu, press the ESC key.

7. Additional options may be selected at this time, or to exit the program, press the DOWN ARROW key to select Quit.

8. Restart the computer.