Random Error Messages on a Dell Optiplex Computer

ID: Q132795


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 95
  • Microsoft Windows 98


SYMPTOMS

When you run Windows 95/98 on a Dell Optiplex 486 DX computer with a Phoenix BIOS, you may receive random DIBEngine error messages.


CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the network card is sharing a slot with another card.


RESOLUTION

Move the network card to a different ISA slot.


MORE INFORMATION

The Dell Optiplex computer is manufactured by Dell Computer Corporation, a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability.

Keywords : kberrmsg kbhw win95 win98
Version :
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbprb


Last Reviewed: January 20, 1999
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