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Can't run 16-bit applications.

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Name: sam_young
Date: December 12, 2003 at 18:27:09 Pacific
OS: Win xp pro sp1
CPU/Ram: 750/256
Comment:

I am currently running a fully updated version of windows XP.
Whenever i attempt to run certain .exe files i recieve the message
"cant run 16-bit application

The Parameter is incorrect"

This message is also recieved when trying to install a 'supposedly' windows xp compatible version of Norton Utilities. The error occurs
just as the "speed disk" module is installing.

Would really appreciate any help or suggestions.

We have a Win XP Home OS here on another system that this program installs perfectly on... Im at a total loss, beside corrupted system dll's i have no idea.



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Name: Chuck
Date: December 12, 2003 at 19:05:27 Pacific
Reply:

HOW TO: Identify a 16-bit Program in Windows XP

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;320127
and
How to Troubleshoot 16-Bit Windows Programs in Windows XP

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314495


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Response Number 2
Name: Netskimmer
Date: December 12, 2003 at 22:15:48 Pacific
Reply:

I have Norton Utilities on my XP Pro and incountered no such problems.


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Response Number 3
Name: hacad
Date: December 13, 2003 at 06:04:09 Pacific
Reply:

As far as I know Norton speed disk is not compatible with Windows XP.


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