Erratic Mouse with Gateway 2000 P5-60 Computer

 Last reviewed: May 14, 1997
Article ID: Q110851
The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows NT version operating system 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Advanced Server version 3.1

SYMPTOMS

After installing Microsoft Windows NT or Windows NT Advanced Server on a Gateway 2000 P5-60 the mouse appears jumpy, hesitant, or stops working altogether.

CAUSE

According to Gateway 2000 technical support the Advanced ISA Timing on the P5-60 should be disabled by default. However, it is enabled on many of their computers.

RESOLUTION

To correct the erratic mouse behavior, change the Enhanced ISA Timing setting in the Advanced CMOS setup to disabled.

For additional information on Gateway computers, contact Gateway 2000 technical support at (800) 846-2301.

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Additional query words: prodnt pentium
Keywords : kbhw nthw
Version : 3.1
Platform : WINDOWS

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Last reviewed: May 14, 1997
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