MSD crash when checking OS Version

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From: Keith Taylor
Date: Wed, 02 Oct 1996 00:00

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Hi,

I have a PC which hangs when running MSD (version 2.10). When starting-
up it reads "..checking your system" and locks-up.

Trying MSD /I causes it to drop to the C:\ prompt with the MSD
"..checking your system" screen still displayed.

Trying MSD 2.11 (from a network drive) with /I starts MSD OK and all the
buttons work except the "OS Version" button which locks up the PC when
tried.

Using the DOS "ver" command from DOS or a DOS Window reports 6.20.
Using WinVer reports Windows for Workgroups 3.11.

What gives?

Note: this PC also has other problems - which is why I was using MSD in
the first place. Basically, it refuses to run many DOS programs from
Windows for Workgroups. Other PCs of exactly the same type work fine.

Any thoughts/suggestions appreciated.
-- 
Keith Taylor

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