Q117929: ALT, SHIFT Keys Stick or System Beeps w/Access Utility Enabled

Article: Q117929
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): WINDOWS:95
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): kbenable win95 appscomp kbEnableMove kbAppCompatibility
Last Modified: 28-JUL-2001

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SYMPTOMS
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One or more of the following symptoms occur while you are running Windows 95:

- Pressing keys generates system beeps.

- The ALT and SHIFT keys seem to stick.

- Using the keypad causes cursor movement and/or opening or closing of
  applications.

- An up-siren or down-siren sound is generated.

CAUSE
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These symptoms can occur if the accessibility components of Windows 95 are
enabled and the system is not compatible with those components.

RESOLUTION
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To disable Windows 95 accessibility components:

1. Click the Start button on the taskbar.

2. On the Settings menu, click Control Panel.

3. Double-click Accessibility Options.

4. For each of the accessibility properties, click the check boxes to disable
  the options.

5. Ensure that the Save Settings box is selected.

6. Click the Apply Now button and OK button.

MORE INFORMATION
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The Accessibility utility for Windows 95 contains several features to assist
users who are physically challenged by providing functions such as sticky keys
and mouse movement using the keyboard.

Additional query words:

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Keywords          : kbenable win95 appscomp kbEnableMove kbAppCompatibility 
Technology        : kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3
Version           : WINDOWS:95

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