Running your computer manufacturer’s diagnostic software is a great way to check for hardware issues like faulty RAM, overheating, or hard drive problems. Here’s how to do it based on the most common PC brands:
🛠️ How to Run Manufacturer’s Diagnostic Software
đź’» 1. Dell
- Tool: Dell SupportAssist
- Steps:
- Press F12 at startup → Select Diagnostics, or:
- In Windows, search for SupportAssist and open it.
- Click Run All or go to Troubleshooting > I want to run a diagnostic.
- Website: Dell SupportAssist
đź’» 2. HP
- Tool: HP PC Hardware Diagnostics
- Steps:
- Restart your computer and press F2 repeatedly at boot.
- Select the test you want to run (memory, storage, etc.).
- You can also install HP Hardware Diagnostics for Windows.
- Website: HP PC Hardware Diagnostics
đź’» 3. Lenovo
- Tool: Lenovo Diagnostics or Lenovo Vantage
- Steps:
- Use Lenovo Vantage (download from Microsoft Store).
- Or restart and press F10 or Enter for diagnostics.
- Run a full hardware scan.
- Website: Lenovo Diagnostics
đź’» 4. Acer
- Tool: Acer Care Center
- Steps:
- Search for Acer Care Center in Windows.
- Use the Checkup section to run hardware diagnostics.
- Website: Acer Care Center
đź’» 5. ASUS
- Tool: MyASUS
- Steps:
- Download and open MyASUS from the Microsoft Store.
- Go to Customer Support > System Diagnosis.
- Website: MyASUS
đź’ˇ Don’t Know Your Manufacturer?
- Type
msinfo32
in the Windows search bar and press Enter. - Look for System Manufacturer and System Model in the list.