Virtual PC is Not Stable When It Is Running on Mac OS 9 (824625)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Connectix Virtual PC for Mac version 5.0
  • Connectix Virtual PC for Mac version 6.0
  • Microsoft Virtual PC for Mac version 6.1
  • Microsoft Virtual PC for Mac version 6.1 Upgrade
  • Microsoft Virtual PC for Mac version 6.1 with Microsoft Windows 2000
  • Microsoft Virtual PC for Mac version 6.1 with Microsoft Windows XP Home
  • Microsoft Virtual PC for Mac version 6.1 with Microsoft Windows XP Professional

SYMPTOMS

You may find that Virtual PC is not stable when it is running on Mac OS 9.

CAUSE

This issue occurs because Mac OS 9 may have compatibility issues with Virtual PC that are not present in later versions of the operating system.

RESOLUTION

To improve the stability of Virtual PC when it is used with Mac OS 9, upgrade to Mac OS 9.2.2 or later. Several changes have been made to Mac OS 9.2.2 and later to improve Virtual PC performance. This upgrade is free for OS 9 owners. To obtain the download, visit the following Apple Web site: http://www.apple.com/macos/
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:2/17/2005
Keywords:kbprb KB824625 kbAudEndUser
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