Lost Colors with Cirrus Logic Based VLB Video Adapter (119874)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 95
This article was previously published under Q119874

SYMPTOMS

The Windows 95 startup logo is distorted, and the interface appears in black and white during startup and while running Windows 95.

CAUSE

This problem occurs with a VLB video adapter using the Cirrus Logic 5426, 5428, or 5434 video chip on a Pentium-based computer that has both VLB sockets and PCI sockets on the motherboard.

RESOLUTION

To correct this problem, replace the VLB video adapter with a PCI video adapter using the Cirrus Logic 5426, 5428, or 5434 video chip or a video adapter using a different video chip, such as the S3 or one manufactured by Tseng Labs.

MORE INFORMATION

The same VLB adapters function correctly in computers with only VLB sockets.

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Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/17/2000
Keywords:KB119874
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