system32 problems

[papa josh]

I have had Windows XP Home for over 2 years and have not
had a problem running older 16 bit programs.

Recently I have been getting an error message that reads
16 - bit Windows Subsystem
C:\WINNT\SYSTEM32\AUTOEXEC.NT.The sustem file is not
suitable for running MS-DOS and Microsoft Windows
applications. Choose 'Close' to terminate the application.

My Windows XP came with my Gateway Computer and is
Version 2002 with SP2.

I am receiving this error message when I try to run games
like tetris, taipei, etc and the software that came with
my Kodak DC210 digital camera. ALL OF THESE PROGRAMS
WORKED BEFORE, WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM. I even tried
uninstalling the camera software, but get the same 16 bit
error message when I try to reinstall the program

Gateway tech support referred me to Windows automated
tech support for Article #314106 and 324746. I tried
resolution #1 from 324767 and got no where. I tried
resoultion #2 and when it came to expand the command.com,
I received a message in dos, that there was no designated
file.

As far as #314206, I was not able to axcess any of the
files mentioned in the article.

Can anyone offer any assistance as to how to correct this
problem?

Thanks in advance.

Papa Josh

 

[Guest]

Have exactly the same problem, title of error message - tried solutions in
articles - no joy. Recently installed windows updates - system restore of no
help.

Susan

 

[Malke]

I have had Windows XP Home for over 2 years and have not
had a problem running older 16 bit programs.

Recently I have been getting an error message that reads
16 - bit Windows Subsystem
C:\WINNT\SYSTEM32\AUTOEXEC.NT.The sustem file is not
suitable for running MS-DOS and Microsoft Windows
applications. Choose 'Close' to terminate the application.

My Windows XP came with my Gateway Computer and is
Version 2002 with SP2.

I am receiving this error message when I try to run games
like tetris, taipei, etc and the software that came with
my Kodak DC210 digital camera. ALL OF THESE PROGRAMS
WORKED BEFORE, WITHOUT ANY PROBLEM. I even tried
uninstalling the camera software, but get the same 16 bit
error message when I try to reinstall the program

Gateway tech support referred me to Windows automated
tech support for Article #314106 and 324746. I tried
resolution #1 from 324767 and got no where. I tried
resoultion #2 and when it came to expand the command.com,
I received a message in dos, that there was no designated
file.

As far as #314206, I was not able to axcess any of the
files mentioned in the article.

Can anyone offer any assistance as to how to correct this
problem?

Thanks in advance.

Papa Josh

Here are my notes, leaving out the part about 324746 which you say
you've already tried:

This can also be caused by malware.

Also, AVAST (antivirus software) can be the cause if you have WinXP SP2
installed:

http://groups.google.com/[email protected]

You can put back the standard version of autoexec.nt/config.nt by
copying a backup copy held in %windir%\repair\ to %windir%\system32\
(%windir% is typically C:\Windows) instead of using the procedure in
the KB article above.

Since this error is often caused by a trojan and I don't see any mention
of an antivirus in your post, what are the results of a scan (in Safe
Mode, please) with a current version (not earlier than 2004) antivirus
using updated definitions?

Malke

 

[Lou]

Here are my notes, leaving out the part about 324746 which you say
you've already tried:

This can also be caused by malware.

Also, AVAST (antivirus software) can be the cause if you have WinXP SP2
installed:

http://groups.google.com/[email protected]

You can put back the standard version of autoexec.nt/config.nt by
copying a backup copy held in %windir%\repair\ to %windir%\system32\
(%windir% is typically C:\Windows) instead of using the procedure in
the KB article above.

Since this error is often caused by a trojan and I don't see any mention
of an antivirus in your post, what are the results of a scan (in Safe
Mode, please) with a current version (not earlier than 2004) antivirus
using updated definitions?

Malke

Why the suggestion of antivirus not earlier than 2004 if a 2002
version continues to provide updates to virus definitions?

 

[R. McCarty]

Why the suggestion of antivirus not earlier than 2004 if a 2002

version continues to provide updates to virus definitions?

It's not a "Blanket" time-frame, Norton Antivirus back to and including
Version 2002 is Windows XP compatible. However, the older the AV
the less likely it is properly supported by the vendor and able to deal
with newer threats. Also, many older flavors may not work or actually
interfere or degrade XP's performance.

With the choices of products and varying price points, it's really best
to upgrade or change products about every 2-3 years.