XP SP3 wowexec lockup while trying to install 16 bit game

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Tom A.

Trying to install Nascar 3 on XP SP3. Put cd in, install screen comes
up, press install, machine locks up with no error message.

Enter task manager and "wowexec" and "setup" are locked up. No error
explanation, etc.

Machine is new XPS Dell. Never seen this before, any ideas???
 
C

Carey Frisch [MVP]

Contact the manufacturer of "Nascar 3" and request some
troubleshooting advice.

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Carey Frisch
Microsoft MVP
Windows Desktop Experience -
Windows Vista Enthusiast

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Trying to install Nascar 3 on XP SP3. Put cd in, install screen comes
up, press install, machine locks up with no error message.

Enter task manager and "wowexec" and "setup" are locked up. No error
explanation, etc.

Machine is new XPS Dell. Never seen this before, any ideas???
 

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