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Aptiva - 2159 - Cannot install new fonts

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Problem:
Fonts do not show up in Word Processing programs. Fonts directory in Control Panel does not have the option to Install New Fonts.

Solution:
The Fonts directory is missing the System attribute. Do the following:
1. Go to DOS Window.
2. Go to Windows directory.
3. Type: ATTRIB FONTS +S and press "Enter".
4. Go to My Computer.
5. Open the C: drive.
6. Open up Windows directory.
7. Right click on Fonts directory and rename the directory (whatever name).
8. Right click on the new directory (whatever name) and change to Fonts.
9. You should be able to see all of the fonts now.

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Software Installation/Configuration, Windows 95

Date Created

23-12-96

Last Updated

15-03-99

Revision Date

15-03-2000

Brand

IBM Aptiva

Product Family

Aptiva

Machine Type

2159

Model

13R; 14R; 15R; 16R; 17R; 18R; 19R; 20R; S64; S66; S74; S76; S78; S7H; S80; S90

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