Performance and MS-DOS Compatibility Mode Issues with VIA Busmaster Controller

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SYMPTOMS

When you use a VIA Busmaster controller with Windows 98 or Windows 98 Second Edition, you may experience performance issues or MS-DOS compatibility mode issues with hard disks. In addition, conventional compatibility-mode troubleshooting may not resolve the issue.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, obtain the latest VIA IDE Busmaster drivers from VIA Technologies. Click the following link to view the VIA Technologies Web site:

http://www.via.com.tw (http://www.via.com.tw)

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