Error Message: Hardware Error. DriHwp32.dll Not Found or Damaged

When you start your Windows 98-based computer, you may receive the following error message:

This behavior can occur if the following conditions exist:

• If you have a Turbo-Media keyboard.
• If the Kbturbo.exe program is loaded from the Startup folder, and the program is damaged.
• If the Kmeke9801 program is loaded form the run key in the registry, and the program is damaged.

To resolve this issue, reinstall the Kbturbo.exe program.

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NOTE: If the above does not work, and you have a Turbo-Media keyboard, update your display driver and reboot the computer. The error should not occur.