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Q119368: WD 8514/a Fails to Load in 8514/a High-Resolution Mode

Article: Q119368
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): 95
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): win95
Last Modified: 17-DEC-2000

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SYMPTOMS
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After installation, Windows 95 returns to VGA mode and displays the following
error message:

  Windows was unable to use the requested display settings. Please adjust them
  now.

CAUSE
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During an upgrade from Windows 3.1, Windows 95 Setup may incorrectly detect a
Western Digital or Paradise 8514/a video adapter as an adapter that can use the
default Western Digital video driver included with Windows 95.

RESOLUTION
==========

To correct this problem, install the drivers for the 8514/a-compatible video
adapter. These drivers can be found on the Windows 95 installation CD- ROM in
the \DRIVERS\DISPLAY\8514 directory.

MORE INFORMATION
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we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these products' performance
or reliability.

Additional query words: err msg wd wwt 3rdparty

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Keywords          : win95 
Technology        : kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3
Version           : 95

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