Older 8088 Machine May Require FIXBIOS.COM Be

DocumentID: 650092
Revision Date: 29-Feb-96 8:28:56 PM

The information in this document applies to:
WordPerfect® 5.1 for DOS

Problem

Solutions: A customer with an older 8088 machine, specifically a Columbia computer received a "divide overflow error" when he tried to enter his license number during the installation of WordPerfect 5.1. After unsuccessfully trying various combinations of startup options, he ran FIXBIOS.COM. This solved the problem. Operators will find that FIXBIOS.COM can be a valuable tool in troubleshooting such problems, particularly with older machines.

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