You Cannot View Java Applets After You Upgrade to Internet Explorer 5.5 (305674)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 2000
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows NT 4.0
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 98 Second Edition
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 98
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 for Windows 95

This article was previously published under Q305674

SYMPTOMS

After you upgrade your browser to Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5, you may be unable to view Java applets on Web pages. For example, instead of the expected Java applet, you may see a blank, gray background.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the Microsoft virtual machine (VM) is damaged.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, download and install the latest version of the Microsoft VM. The latest version of the Microsoft VM is available for download from the following Microsoft Web site:

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:11/14/2005
Keywords:kbprb kbui KB305674