EMA_XBDA.SYS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The EMA_XBDA.SYS patch is a device driver to prevent shared memory
errors. These errors occur in programs executed under Windows 3.0.
When a program like Manifest or Mapmem is executed the system locks up
or gives an error message regarding a memory conflict.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
Any 386- or 486-based system with integrated mouse support using
Microsoft Windows 3.0 and attempting to run Compaq Computer Corp.,
Mapmem or Quarterdeck, Manifest.
WHO SHOULD USE:
The patch is required when programs like mapmem or manifest (or other
programs that sense memory in a similar manner) are used under
Microsoft Windows 3.0.
HOW TO USE:
Include the line "DEVICE=[D][\PATH\]EMA_XBDA.SYS" in your CONFIG.SYS
file. This line MUST follow the line that defines CEMM.
CONFIG.SYS FILE | COMMENTS
|
___________________________________|______________________________
|
FILES=30 |
BUFFERS=20 |
DEVICE=C:\USER\CEMM.EXE 1024 AUTO | CEMM DEFINITION
DEVICE=C:\EMA_XBDA.SYS | EMA_XBDA FOLLOWING IMMEDIATELY
DEVICE=C:\HIMEM.SYS |
DEVICE=C:\WINDOWS\SMARTDRV.SYS 768|
EFFECTS ON YOUR SYSTEM:
The device driver will use between 0 and 4 Kbytes of system memory.