Shortcut Keys Not Available in EGA Setup

Last reviewed: November 21, 1994
Article ID: Q86076

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows operating system versions 3.1, 3.11

SYMPTOMS

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

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

STATUS

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

KBCategory: kbsetup kbdisplay kbbuglist
KBSubcategory: win31
Additional reference words: 3.10 3.11

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Last reviewed: November 21, 1994
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