Err Msg: Detection Manager Error: Failed to Hook Ring 0 Code

 Last reviewed: July 23, 1997
Article ID: Q171735
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you attempt to install a new device using the Add New Hardware tool in Control Panel, you may receive the following error message: 

   Detection Manager error: Failed to hook ring 0 code.

CAUSE

This error message can occur if a program designed to change your video resolution is currently running.

RESOLUTION

Quit any programs used to configure your display adapter before attempting to install a new device using the Add New Hardware tool in Control Panel.

Additional query words: 95
Keywords : kberrmsg kbtool win95
Version : WINDOWS:95
Platform : WINDOWS

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Last reviewed: July 23, 1997
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