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Q64661: Write Randomly Selects Keys or Windows Hangs on Sperry 286

Article: Q64661
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): WINDOWS:3.0,3.0a
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): 
Last Modified: 12-DEC-1999

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows versions 3.0, 3.0a 
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SYMPTOMS
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If you are using an 84-key keyboard on a Sperry 286 computer, Windows Write may
randomly select characters as you type, or may hang your computer.

CAUSE
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Unisys has confirmed this to be a problem with the computer.

WORKAROUND
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The only workaround is to use a 101- or 102-key enhanced keyboard.

MORE INFORMATION
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Other problems reported by Unisys when using an 84-key keyboard include the
following:

1. Microsoft Windows version 3.0 stops (hangs) during setup when you insert Disk
  2.

2. Windows 3.0 hangs during installation (when the real mode is running).

3. Windows 3.0 hangs at the logo screen unless win/r is typed.

The problem is not correctable with a BIOS upgrade; Unisys stated that the latest
BIOS for the Sperry 286 is Sperry BIOS version 1.58f.

The products included here are manufactured by Unisys, a vendor independent of
Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these products'
performance or reliability.

Additional query words: 3.00, 3.0, 3.0a, 3.00a KBHW

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Keywords          :  
Technology        : kbWin3xSearch kbZNotKeyword3 kbWin300 kbWin300a
Version           : WINDOWS:3.0,3.0a

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