Problems with MS-DOS Comm. Programs Using ATI Mouse Driver

Last reviewed: August 31, 1995
Article ID: Q134860

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

If you are using an ATI mouse, MS-DOS-based communication programs may not operate properly in Windows 95.

CAUSE

There is an incompatibility with the real-mode ATI mouse driver.

RESOLUTION

Make a backup copy of the Config.sys file and then remove the ATI mouse driver line from the Config.sys file. When you restart your computer, the ATI mouse will operate correctly in Windows 95, but will be disabled in real mode.

To get full functionality in both protected mode and real mode, contact ATI to inquire about obtaining an updated version of their mouse driver.

KBCategory: kbhw kb3rdparty
KBSubcategory: wpp95 win95 wincomm
Additional reference words: 95

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Last reviewed: August 31, 1995
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