Windows Err Msg: A Permanent Swap File Has... (88785)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows 3.11
This article was previously published under Q88785

SYMPTOMS

When attempting to create a permanent swap file using Control Panel in Microsoft Windows, you may get the following error message:
A permanent swap file has been found on a drive where one cannot be created. Select a different drive, or change Type to None.

Do you want to set the swap-file type to None?

CAUSE

This problem occurs when using the keyboard to select the new drive by typing the letter of the new drive before accessing the Drive list box.

WORKAROUND

This error message can be avoided by using the mouse or by using the keyboard in the following way:

  1. Run Control Panel and choose the 386 Enhanced icon.
  2. Choose the Virtual Memory button, then choose Change.
  3. Use the TAB key to select the Drive list box.
  4. Press the DOWN ARROW key to drop down the drive listings, rather than typing the letter of the new drive.
  5. Select the appropriate drive from the Drive list box by either typing the drive letter or by using the DOWN ARROW key to select the drive. Press ENTER.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/14/2003
Keywords:KB88785
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