Open the floppy drive at the prompt and type: Setup.exe. Follow the instructions on the screen. Once in GUI mode select optional components and no Network. Once on the Windows NT 3.1x Desktop, install the rest of your Hardware drivers. If needed Install Networking support using the TCP/IP downloads below. Or troubleshoot an issue. Log in to Your Red Hat Account. Your Red Hat account gives you access to your profile, preferences, and services, depending on your status. If you are a new customer, register now for access to product evaluations and purchasing capabilities. Or troubleshoot an issue. Log in to Your Red Hat Account. Your Red Hat account gives you access to your profile, preferences, and services, depending on your status. If you are a new customer, register now for access to product evaluations and purchasing capabilities. Windows 3.x Help. File/Print sharing. Other documents. Microsoft Support. Windows NT Help. How-To Documents. Windows 3.1 Support Notice: As of June 30, 1999, ITS will begin phasing out support for Windows 3.1. Users are strongly advised to migrate to Windows 95/98, if possible. Windows 3.x Help. File/Print sharing. Other documents. Microsoft Support. Windows NT Help. How-To Documents. Windows 3.1 Support Notice: As of June 30, 1999, ITS will begin phasing out support for Windows 3.1. Users are strongly advised to migrate to Windows 95/98, if possible.
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As of June 30, 1999, ITS will begin phasing out support for Windows 3.1. Users are strongly advised to migrate to Windows 95/98, if possible. During the transition period of July 1 - Dec. 31, 1999, ITS will continue to provide on-site trouble-shooting as resources permit. ITS recommends that you contact your technical person within your department for assistance, or if you have additional questions, call the ITS Help Desk at 956-8883 and ask to speak to someone from PC Support regarding Windows 3.1.
In order to assist users who still might be using Windows 3.1 or Windows for Workgroups (WFW 3.11), ITS has created this support page to documented some of the more common procedures and potential problems that UH users have encountered.
Installation instructions are geared for the University of Hawaii community and might not apply to other institutions. If dialing in via modem from home, use the modem connection installation. If your connection is on-campus, use the Ethernet installation. However, if you are using file or printer sharing on campus (without LAN servers) via Windows for Workgroups, ITS has been using Microsoft's TCP/IP-32. Please refer to the link: Installing MS TCP/IP-32.
Windows 3.1 documents can be found at: ITS documents - Windows 3.x
Microsoft Support
Microsoft has not actively supported Windows 3.1 for several years. However, specific information might still be available via a search on their web site at http://www.microsoft.com/
For a basic search in Microsoft's knowledgebase, check the following site:
For a more advanced knowledgebase search:
Other knowledgebases from Microsoft site:
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Windows 3.1 is Y2K compliant BUT with issues. One of the main issues is that Windows 3.1 is dependent on DOS. If the DOS you are running is not Y2K compliant, your Windows 3.1 environment is not Y2K compliant.
There are 2 types of DOS: IBM PC DOS and Microsoft DOS (MS-DOS). (Users can type in VER at the DOSprompt to find out what version and type of DOS they are running. For more instructions: Finding Your Version). Depending on the results returned, the following table lists what procedures would be required to make your Windows 3.1 setup Y2K compliant.
DOS Version Action
IBM PC DOS < 7 Not Y2K compliant, requires purchase of new DOS
IBM PC DOS 7 Need to download and install a Y2K patch
IBM PC DOS 2000 Y2K compliant
MS DOS < 6.0 Not Y2K compliant, requires purchase of new DOS
MS DOS 6.0 Y2K compliant, but noted issues with DIR and MSBACKUP commands, no patches
More MS DOS 6.0 Y2K Information
MS DOS 6.22 Y2K compliant, but noted issues with DIR and MSBACKUP commands, no patches
More MS DOS 6.22 Y2K Information Windows 3.11 Installation On New Hardware Version
The other main issue for Windows 3.1 is that you need to get the updated version of WINFILE.EXE (which is also known as the File Manager program) from the Microsoft site. For more information and download instructions:
http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/Q85/5/57.asp
(UH Alert: Most of the older IBM PC computers purchased before 1996 on the UH contract would be running non-compliant Y2K IBM PC DOS. You would need to either upgrade your DOS to be Y2K compliant and/or install the patches for Y2K compliance on both DOS and Windows.)
For more comprehensive information about the PCs and Y2K issues, please review: http://www.ibm.com/ibm/year2000/pcs/best.html
For more information concerning Microsoft's products for Y2K , search the MS Product Guide.
ITS also maintains a Y2K informational page at http://www.hawaii.edu/y2k/ for microcomputer issues.
Q: What hardware configuration would I need to upgrade my Windows 3.1 to Windows 95/98?
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A: ITSâs recommended minimum Windows 95 configuration is a 486 processor, 32MB RAM, and 1GB hard disk. However, if you have to purchase any of the above, it might be worth your while to invest slightly more to obtain a 400MHz Celeron computer that sells for approximately $900. Purchasing new hardware allows faster processing of information with a faster bus, cache, and I/O access.
Q: What if I can't upgrade my Windows 3.1 because my software doesn't have a Windows 95 upgrade?
A: Not everyone will be able to upgrade the hardware or software to use Windows 95/98. If using Windows 3.1 has been sufficient for your needs and the date issues for Y2K don't necessarily apply to your specific needs, be aware of the potential problems and:
i. Ensure that you have a complete backup of your critical files.
ii. Backup frequently.
iii. Plan to upgrade at a later time.
Q: My Netscape and Eudora aren't working. There's an error saying 'Unable to load TCP/IP.'
A: One common reason might be that you've closed the application 'TCPMAN' which activates the networking capability. Please check to see that you've 'minimized' the application (pressing the '-' button on the top right side of the window, not the 'x' button which closes the application.) If you're certain that the application is running, check if others around you are experiencing the same problem. It might be a network problem if more than one of your co-workers are also experiencing problems. If the problem is isolated to you, double check that the cables from your computer to your datajack, if you're directly connected on campus (or modem if you're dialing in) haven't become loose. Another reason could be that the network card is not functioning properly anymore. If possible, exchange it with a working network card to see if that is the cause of the problem.
Q: What are the causes of a General Protection Fault (GPF)?
A: There are numerous causes of getting a GPF, also called an Unrecoverable Application Error (UAE). Basically, the program is doing an unexpected operation in the protected mode area of the Windows operating system. The most common causes include corrupt program or operating system files, using incorrect or corrupted drivers, not enough RAM or hard drive space and faulty hardware.
Check how much RAM and hard drive space you have. ITS recommends a minimum of 16MB of RAM for running one large application(Microsoft Word or Excel) and background programs such as a virus checker or Trumpet Winsock. Also, check for available disk space. If you have less than 10-15MB of disk space available, try deleting old or unnecessary files to free up more disk space for Windows to use.
If GPF's are occuring right after you installed or updated new hardware or software, undo the change. If the GPF goes away it is most likely that the change is causing the problem. Check with the manufacturer of the software or hardware you are trying to install to see if it is compatible with your version of Windows.
If you made no changes to the system recently, try running a disk utility like Norton Utilities or CHKDSK.EXE to see if you have problems with your drive. If errors are found, reinstall the affected files.
Microsoft has a more detailed page at: http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q95/5/05.asp
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Q: Windows hangs on exit. How do I correct this?
A: Edit the system.ini file in the Windows directory. Go into the Windows File menu and choose 'Run'. Type 'sysedit' in the command box and hit Enter. Choose the system.ini window. Locate the [386Enh] section and all the following line:
InitPS2MouseAtExit=False
Restart Windows
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Q: I can't print. What causes a 'General printer error' on my screen?
A: Windows does not have enough hard drive space to spool your document. Delete any old or unnecessary files off your hard drive to free up space.
Also, check to see that there is no error on the printer.
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Q: What's the difference in Windows versions.
A: Version history:
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