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Aptiva - System information applet displays the incorrect processor speed

Applicable to: World-Wide

Problem:
The System Information applet shows the incorrect processor speed.

Explanation:
When the file has the read-only attribute set, the system cannot update the information it contains. Therefore old, and possibly incorrect information is displayed.

Solution:
Change the attribute of the C:\IBMTOOLS\SYSINFO\SYSD.DAT file so that it is not read-only. This may be done using the Windows Explorer or the command line.

To use Explorer to make the change:
1. Open Windows Explorer
2. Open the IBMTOOLS directory
3. Open the SYSINFO directory
4. Right-click on SYSD.DAT and choose "Properties"
5. Clear the box next to "Read Only"
6. Click on "OK" or "Apply"

To use the command line to make the change:
1. From the Start Menu, choose Programs
2. Choose MS-DOS Prompt
3. Type: ATTRIB -R C:\IBMTOOLS\SYSINFO\SYSD.DAT and press "Enter"

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Hint Category

Utility Software, Processors

Date Created

10-03-98

Last Updated

14-12-98

Revision Date

14-12-99

Brand

IBM Aptiva

Product Family

Aptiva

Machine Type

2140, 2142

Model

All

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