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IBM IntelliStation M Pro (Type 6889) - Windows 95/98 installation fails on SCSI channel B

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SYMPTOM:
When installing Windows 95/98, the installation completes to the last boot screen where the Windows logo screen states "Getting Ready to Run Windows 95/98 for the First Time."

When prompted "System Files Updated, Restarting Windows" the installation halts.

PROBLEM ISOLATION AIDS:
This tip applies to the IBM IntelliStation M Pro Series 6889 systems being installed with Windows 95/98 where the bootable device is installed on SCSI Channel B.

FIX:
When installed with Windows 95/98, the bootable device must be installed on SCSI Channel A.

SAS KEYWORDS:
PSY2 PSY2ERR PSY2OPER PWS
PWSERR PWSOPER D/T6889 6889
WIN95 WIN98 ADAPTEC UNCLASSIFIED
CMVC97991

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Document Category

Windows 95, Windows 98, SCSI, Retain

Date Created

19-08-98

Last Updated

20-08-98

Revision Date

19-08-99

Brand

IBM IntelliStation

Product Family

M Pro

Machine Type

6889

Model

various

TypeModel

Retain Tip (if applicable)

H164413

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