Windows/MS-DOS for PS/2 Not Supported on IBM ValuePoint

 Last reviewed: November 21, 1994
Article ID: Q101410
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows & MS-DOS 5 for IBM PS/2
  • Microsoft Windows & MS-DOS 5 Upgrade

SUMMARY

The Microsoft Windows and MS-DOS 5 Upgrade for IBM PS/2 computers cannot be installed on an IBM ValuePoint machine. However, the Microsoft Windows and MS-DOS Upgrade for machines other than PS/2s does work on the ValuePoint machine.

MORE INFORMATION

Microsoft Windows & MS-DOS 5 for IBM PS/2 Setup fails on the ValuePoint machine because a specific string is missing in the ROM. When this string is not found, the following error message appears: 

   This version of Windows and MS-DOS setup will only work on a computer
   manufactured by IBM. Obtain the correct Windows and MS-DOS setup from
   your computer manufacturer or dealer. Remove the disk from your floppy
   disk drive and restart or turn off your computer.
To work around this problem, use the non-PS/2 version.

KBCategory: kbsetup kbhw
KBSubcategory: doswin win31 ms-dos
Additional reference words: 5.00 3.10 3.1 1.00

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Last reviewed: November 21, 1994
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