Hewlett-Packard Omnibook Briefly Displays Random Graphic Characters During Startup (228406)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
This article was previously published under Q228406

SYMPTOMS

When you start your Hewlett-Packard (HP) Omnibook 900-series computer that is running Windows 2000, random graphic characters may appear on the screen before the desktop is displayed.

CAUSE

This issue can occur when Windows 2000 switches from real mode to protected-mode video driver support.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/13/2003
Keywords:kbdisplay kbHardware kbprb KB228406
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