Microsoft KB Archive/26056

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Beeping When Entering ANSI or IBM PC Extended Character Code

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Q26056

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The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft Windows versions 1.1, 2.03, 2.1, 2.11, 3.0, 3.0a, 3.1, 3.11

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SUMMARY
When you try to enter the code for displaying characters belonging to the extended ANSI or IBM PC character sets, your computer may beep and then fail to display the character(s).

This is because when you enter an ANSI or PC character code, you must use the numeric keypad on your keyboard. If you use the number keys at the top of the keyboard, your computer produces a beeping sound and does not work properly.

MORE INFORMATION
To enter an ANSI code, hold down the ALT key, and, using the numeric keypad, enter the digit 0, followed by the two- or three-digit code of the desired character.

To enter an IBM PC character, hold down the ALT key, and using the numeric keypad, enter the appropriate three-digit code. The NUM LOCK key can be on or off when entering the code.