Dinosaur Adventure 3.0 Does Not Run Properly on Windows Millennium Edition (262707)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
This article was previously published under Q262707

SYMPTOMS

When you run Dinosaur Adventure version 3.0 by using the Dino.bat file, your computer may stop responding (hang) or shut down.

CAUSE

This program was designed to run in real-mode MS-DOS by default. Windows Me does not support real mode.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue:
  1. Use Windows Explorer to locate the C:\Dino\Dino.bat file.
  2. Right-click the Dino.bat file, and then click Properties.
  3. On the Program tab, click Advanced.
  4. Click to select the Prevent MS-DOS-based programs from detecting Windows check box.
  5. Click to clear the Suggest MS-DOS mode as necessary and MS-DOS mode check boxes.
  6. Click OK, and then click OK.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.

MORE INFORMATION

The third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:9/28/2004
Keywords:kb3rdparty kbenv kbprb KB262707
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