Missing Third-Party Compression Driver in MS-DOS Mode (136938)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 95
This article was previously published under Q136938

SYMPTOMS

When you create a shortcut that is configured to restart your computer in MS-DOS mode, and you choose to specify a new MS-DOS configuration, the MS-DOS-based program that the shortcut is configured to start may not be able to run if you are using third-party disk compression software.

CAUSE

This problem can occur if the Config.sys file that you specified for the shortcut does not contain a line that loads the third-party disk compression software.

RESOLUTION

Modify the Config.sys file for the shortcut so that it contains a line to load the third-party disk compression software. To do so, follow these steps:
  1. Use the right mouse button to click the shortcut, and then click Properties on the menu that appears.
  2. On the Program tab, click the Advanced button.
  3. Add a line to load the third-party disk compression software in the "Config.sys for MS-DOS mode" box. For information about the correct parameters for this line, please consult the third-party disk compression software's manual or manufacturer.
  4. Click OK.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/17/2000
Keywords:KB136938
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