PRB: Visual C++ Link Error LNK2001: unresolved external symbol (135709)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Visual FoxPro for Windows 3.0
This article was previously published under Q135709 SYMPTOMS
When trying to build a dynamic link library (DLL) (Hello.dll or another
.dll file) using Visual C++, 32-bit Edition, and following the instructions
in the Professional Features Guide on page 188. You could receive the
following errors:
Linking ..
Linking error LNK2001: unresolved external symbol "__PutStr"
WinRel/YourDll.dll ; error LNK1120: 1 unresolved externals
Error executing link.exe
CAUSE
The problem is that you have not set the Calling Convention to _fastcall.
It may still be set to __cdedl*.
In the Project Settings of Visual C++, 32-bit Edition, if you do not set
the C/C++ Tabs Category "Code Generation" Calling Convention: to _fastcall
You will receive these errors. This is covered on page 188 in the "To
establish project settings" section.
NOTE: In the Project Settings Dialog Box, you can give the setting for
either or both projects (Win32 Debug or the Win32 Release). To set the
settings for both, select one and drag to highlight all others under the
Settings For: area of the Project Settings.
| Modification Type: | Major | Last Reviewed: | 8/13/1999 |
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| Keywords: | KB135709 |
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