Microsoft KB Archive/126450

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Lemmings 3: Error 55.53: Unable to Calibrate Timer

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Q126450

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The information in this article applies to:


 * Microsoft Windows 95

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SYMPTOMS
When you try to start the MS-DOS-based game Lemmings 3, you receive the following error message:

error 55.53: unable to calibrate timer

When you try to run the L3.BAT file in an MS-DOS window, your computer stops responding (hangs) and you must restart the computer.

CAUSE
Lemmings 3 cannot start or run in a windowed MS-DOS environment. Lemmings 3 requires a full-screen MS-DOS environment.

RESOLUTION
To correct this problem, set the Screen Usage settings for Lemmings 3 as follows:


 * 1) Use the right mouse button to click the Lemmings 3 icon and then click Properties on the menu that appears.
 * 2) Click the Screen tab.
 * 3) Under Usage, click the Full-Screen option button.
 * 4) Click the Apply button and then click the OK button.

MORE INFORMATION
Lemmings 3 is manufactured by Psygnosis Ltd., a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability.

Additional query words:

Keywords : win95 appscomp

Issue type :

Technology : kbWin95search kbWin95