Article ID: 903268 - Last Review: July 25, 2005 - Revision: 1.2

You receive an "Internet Explorer script error" error message when you log on to a Tablet PC that is running Windows XP Tablet PC Edition

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SYMPTOMS

When you log on to a Tablet PC that is running Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition, you may receive the following error message instead of the welcome message:
Internet Explorer Script Error An error has occurred in the script on this page. Line: 16 Char: 2 Error: Access is denied. Code: 0 URL: res://C:\WINDOWS\help\tpc_oobe.dll/tabsplash.hta Do you want to continue running scripts on this page ?
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CAUSE

This issue may occur when the pen is resting on the screen during logon. In this scenario, the secondary shortcut menu may appear after the desktop appears. Then, the script error occurs.
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RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, do not tap the screen with the pen during the logon process until the "Welcome to Tablet PC" message appears.
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APPLIES TO
  • Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
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