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Q86076: Shortcut Keys Not Available in EGA Setup

Article: Q86076
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): WINDOWS:3.1,3.11
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): 
Last Modified: 01-NOV-1999

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows versions 3.1, 3.11 
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SYMPTOMS
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When installing Microsoft Windows version 3.1 on a computer with an EGA video
card, the shortcut keys available in the Exit Windows dialog box to restart your
computer or return you to MS-DOS are not available. The shortcut keys are
available on VGA and higher resolutions.

WORKAROUND
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Use the TAB key to switch between the two options, instead of holding down the
ALT key while pressing the hot key.

STATUS
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Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem. We are researching this problem
and will post new information here as it becomes available.

Additional query words: 3.10 3.11

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Keywords          :  
Technology        : kbWin3xSearch kbZNotKeyword3 kbWin310 kbWin311
Version           : WINDOWS:3.1,3.11

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