Lemmings 3: Error 55.53: Unable to Calibrate Timer |
Q126450
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows 95
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:
- Use the right mouse button to click the Lemmings 3 icon and then click Properties on the menu that appears.
- Click the Screen tab.
- Under Usage, click the Full-Screen option button.
- 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
Last Reviewed: December 15, 2000 |
