Machine Hangs Using HIMEM /TESTMEM (105792)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 6.2
  • Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 6.21
  • Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 6.22
This article was previously published under Q105792

SYMPTOMS

The memory test performed by HIMEM.SYS version 3.10 may fail (possibly causing your system to stop responding [hang]) if your machine uses a hardware cache controller.

CAUSE

Some hardware cache controllers do not handle 16-megabyte and 32-megabyte memory boundaries well. As a result, the HIMEM.SYS memory test fails.

RESOLUTION

To work around this problem, disable the hardware cache controller or contact your hardware vendor for assistance.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:5/19/2001
Keywords:KB105792
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