Power on your PC, press ESC (repeatedly), then F2 at the prompt.Ĭhoose System Tests (Fast Test does a 4 minute hardware check). NOW begin checking/testing/proving the Hardware is fit for purpose. Rinse and Repeat Re-Connect the AC adapter. Next - Press and Hold the Power button for 15 seconds to Hard Reset. Then - Leave only keyboard and mouse connected, disconnect all externally connectedĭevices such as Docking Station, USB storage devices, displays, and printers. First:- Turn off the computer, press and hold the PWR button for 4 seconds.