How to Start Windows Memory Diagnostics from the Windows DVD

If Windows is not installed, you can run Windows Memory Diagnostics from the Windows DVD by following these steps:

Note If Windows 7 is installed but will not start, you can start System Recovery tools faster by pressing F8 before the Starting Windows logo appears and then choosing Repair Your Computer from the Advanced Boot Options screen.

1. Insert the Windows DVD into your computer.
2. Restart your computer. When prompted to boot from the DVD, press any key. If you are not prompted to boot from the DVD, you may have to configure your computer's startup sequence.
3. Windows Setup loads. When prompted, select your regional preferences and then click Next.
4. Click Repair Your Computer.
5. Select your keyboard layout and then click Next.
6. System Recovery scans your hard disks for Windows installations. If the standard drivers do not detect a hard disk because the drivers were not included with Windows, click the Load Drivers button to load the driver. Select an operating system to repair and then click Next.
7. The Choose A Recovery Tool page appears. Click Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool.

Windows Memory Diagnostics will start and automatically begin testing your computer's memory. For information on how to configure the automated tests, read the next section.