Setup fails on CDROM

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DanS

When I attempt to install an application from the CDROM,
the process stalls. Both setup and wowexec are running in
Task Manager. What can I do to restore the 16 bit related
DLLs? I did a roll-back, but without improvement. Thanks.
 
Hi Dan, not sure if this is of assistance or not?


When a WinXP Home computer runs 16-bit applications it produces the
following error message: -
WOWEXEC caused a General Protection Fault in module MMSYSTEM.DLL at
000A:0032

A 16-bit program can give this error message when WOWEXEC is already running
when the 16-bit program is started.

Make sure that WOWEXEC is not left in memory when a 16-bit program is
closed.
To do this:
1. Log in as the administrator.
2. Run Regedit.exe (in \Windows).
3. Go to the key HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\WOW
4. Look for the entry DefaultSeparateVDM, and change it to Yes.
5. Close Regedit.

Another possibility is that the path name to the 16-bit program is longer
than 128 characters. To solve this problem relocate the program on a path
with a shorter name.

Note you can save the registry key first by:
On the File menu, click Export.
In the File name box, type SaveKey, and then click Save.
Or create a system restore point prior to editing.
Note: If the registry key is not there, you can simply create one by going
edit > new.



http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;EN-US;322756
HOW TO: Back Up, Edit, and Restore the Registry in Windows XP
Disclaimer: Modifying the registry can cause serious problems that may
require you to reinstall your operating system. Use the information provided
at your own risk.
 
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