Using Java VMs with Internet Explorer 4.5 for Macintosh

• Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 4.0, 4.01, 4.5 for Macintosh

SYMPTOMS

When you try to use any of the features of the Microsoft virtual machine (Microsoft VM) for Macintosh in Internet Explorer for Macintosh, you may be unable to do so.

CAUSE

This issue can occur because Microsoft does not include a virtual machine in Internet Explorer 4.5 for Macintosh.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, configure your computer to use the Apple Macintosh OS Runtime Java (MRJ) virtual machine. For information about how to do so, view the documentation included with your computer, or contact Apple.

MORE INFORMATION

When you upgrade from a version of Internet Explorer that installed the Microsoft VM, the Microsoft virtual machine remains active.

If you upgrade to Apple OS 8.5, you may have the Microsoft VM listed as a choice in the Java Preferences setting, but it is not used even if it is selected.

NOTE: The Apple MRJ is the only option for computers with Apple OS 8.5.

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Additional query words:

Keywords          : kbtool kbui msiemac kbIE400 kbIE401 
Version           : MACINTOSH:4.0,4.01,4.5
Platform          : MACINTOSH 
Issue type        : kbprb 

Last Reviewed: July 28, 1999