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Q135205: UNC Connection Causes Failed Program Installation

Article: Q135205
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
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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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When you try to install a program from a network drive, the Setup program may
not work correctly, resulting in an error message or an incomplete installation.

CAUSE
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This problem can occur if you are using a Universal Naming Convention (UNC) path
to run the Setup program. Many programs require that you map a network drive,
and then run the Setup program from that drive.

RESOLUTION
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Map a network drive to the share containing the program you want to install, and
then run the Setup program from that drive.

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Technology        : kbWin95search kbZNotKeyword3

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