Windows Err Msg: Protected Mode Violation (LeadingTech 6000sx)

ID: Q68749

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows versions 3.0, 3.0a

SYMPTOMS

On the Leading Technology 6000 SX, if the extended features are enabled, you get the following protected-mode violation error message when you attempt to run Windows in standard or enhanced mode:

Protect Mode Violation, cancel all Programs and Restart Windows in Real Mode

If the extended features are enabled, the Leading Technology 6000 SX displays the following message when you boot up:

Extended Features are enabled

CAUSE

Extended features on the Leading Technology 6000 SX is a disk caching program running in protected mode. This protected-mode program does not allow Windows to operate in protected mode. Windows can operate in real mode only, when extended features are enabled.

WORKAROUND

To enable Windows to run in the standard or 386 enhanced mode, change the system configuration and turn the Global Extended Features off. Use the Leading Technology's Utilities Disk to change the system configuration.

MORE INFORMATION

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REFERENCES

Leading Technology Utilities Disk

Additional query words: 3.00 3.00a win30

Keywords :
Version : WINDOWS:3.0,3.0a
Platform : WINDOWS
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