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Error Message:
"C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM32\AUTOEXEC.NT. The system file is not suitable for running MS-DOS and Microsoft Windows applications. Choose "Close" to
terminate the application."
Solution:
Go to
Start>> Run, type in: cmd [Enter]
In the resulting command prompt window, copy the following:
c:\windows\repair\autoexec.nt c:\windows\system32
c:\windows\repair\config.nt c:\windows\system32
You
will need to press Enter after each line. Try to run your program. The issue should be
resolved. Additional troubleshooting information can be found in the MSKB
articles listed below:
Error message when you
install or start an MS-DOS or 16-bit Windows-based program
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=324767
How to Troubleshoot 16-Bit
Windows Programs in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;314495
How to use the Program
Compatibility Wizard in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;324767
Additional Action:
The likely cause of this
error message is a Trojan virus infection. The Trojan is thought to be:
TrojanDownloader.Win32.Dia.a
Be sure to update all of your
spyware/anti-virus scanners and run complete system scans.
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