Advanced Configuration and Power Interface Errors on Red Screen

• Microsoft Windows 98

SYMPTOMS

When you try to start your Windows 98-based computer, you may receive an Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) error message on a red screen.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if your computer has a hardware or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) problem. ACPI error messages on a red screen are generated by a computer's BIOS.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, contact the manufacturer of your computer's BIOS to inquire about the availability of a fix for this issue.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about ACPI, see the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/hwdev/desinit/acpifaq2.HTM

Additional query words: 98

Keywords          : kberrmsg kbhw win98 winapm 
Version           : WINDOWS:
Platform          : WINDOWS 
Issue type        : kbprb 

Last Reviewed: February 11, 1999