Below is a list of problems you may encounter while running the WING 
COMMANDER I software.  In most cases, a boot disk should correct any 
problem you may encounter.  We strongly urge you to boot from a floppy
disk with one of our suggested configurations listed below.

Problem: My joystick won't calibrate when I hit the "J" key.
Solution: This may be caused by one of two things: first, the program may be
          having trouble locating a joystick.  Be sure only ONE joystick port
          is active at any time.  Also, this program may have trouble finding 
          a joystick that is plugged into a soundcard.  If your joystick 
          responds, but drifts across the screen, and you can't get the 
          calibration routine to appear, you may need a patch file to correct 
          this.  

Problem: My joystick/mouse won't go more than halfway across the screen.
Solution: This is usually caused by a non-Microsoft mouse driver in the wrong
          "mode" or resolution.  Switching to a true Microsoft mouse driver
          should correct this problem.

Problem: I used to run WING COMMANDER on my 386 just fine, but it runs way too 
         fast on my 486.
Solution: This is a common problem for older software being run on newer, more
          powerful systems.  Unfortunately there is no patch available to
          correct this problem, however, there are two things you can try to
          make the game more playable on your system.  First, try to "turbo
          down" your computer to make it run slower.  Most computers have a 
          turbo button that allows you to switch between two different clock
          speeds, we suggest using the slower of the two.  If you don't have a 
          turbo button, or it doesn't seem to make any difference in the game 
          speed, you may need to run some slow-down software with this game.
          Most slow-down utilities can be obtained through local bulletin
          board systems.  We have a version called MO'SLO.COM available as
          freeware on our own BBS.  Other distributors of slow-down software
          are: (Synectech) Bitwise Slowdown 1-800-875-1666/(508) 655-5430
          and Better Software Co. (803) 295-4971.

Problem: I keep getting kicked out of the game with an error: MUSIC.MID #27
         (PS-5853   LB-????????).  (note the PS-5853)
Solution: This error usually occurs when one of two conditions are met: a) the
          soundcard is sharing an IRQ with another device in the system, or
          b) you are possibly using EMS on a 1 meg machine.  If you have more 
          than 1 meg, check the soundcard for an IRQ conflict and change to an
          open IRQ channel if necessary.  If you only have 1 meg, use the 
          following lines in a CONFIG.SYS on a boot disk:  
                        FILES=15
                        BUFFERS=6
                        SHELL=C:\DOS\COMMAND.COM C:\DOS /P
          With this configuration, the game should run fine, but without full
          features.  You will need a 2 meg machine to get the full features of
          WING COMMANDER.

Problem: I keep getting an error message "Abnormal Program Termination" when
         playing WING COMMANDER.
Solution: This error usually means that a virus has been detected in one of 
          the files in the WING COMMANDER directory.  You may want to test the
          system for viruses and purge any that are found.  If the 
          installation diskettes came into contact with an infected computer
          they will also become contaminated.  You can send us your set in
          exchange for a new set at no charge if this is the case.  Just be
          sure to include a short note explaining why you need your disks 
          exchanged.

Problem: During the installation, I get an error: "Installation Aborted, 
         reason #14 (or #16)."
Solution: This usually means you have a bad set of disks.  But before 
          attempting to get a new set, try this: use the DOS DISKCOPY command
          to make exact copies of the original disks.  Then try installing
          with the copies of the originals.  If they won't DISKCOPY, then they
          truely are bad disks.  If the copies install fine, you will be able 
          to play normally.

Problem: During the installation, I keep getting prompted for disk 2, even 
         though it is in the right drive.
Solution: The installation program checks the files during the install and if
          it finds any corrupted, it may not recognize the disk as disk 2.
          If this is the case, you should send your set to ORIGIN for 
          replacement, free of charge.
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WING COMMANDER Boot Disk information:

To make a floppy disk bootable, type  FORMAT A:/S  <ENTER>

CONFIG.SYS (with QEMM)

  COPY CON CONFIG.SYS  <ENTER>
  DEVICE=C:\QEMM\QEMM386.SYS RAM  <ENTER>
  DOS=HIGH  <ENTER>
  FILES=20  <ENTER>
  BUFFERS=20  <ENTER>
  <F6>  <ENTER>

CONFIG.SYS  (1 meg system with DOS 5.0)

  COPY CON CONFIG.SYS  <ENTER>
  FILES=15  <ENTER>
  BUFFERS=6  <ENTER>
  SHELL=C:\DOS\COMMAND.COM C:\DOS /P  <ENTER>
  <F6>  <ENTER>

CONFIG.SYS  (2+ meg system with DOS 5.0)

  COPY CON CONFIG.SYS  <ENTER>
  DEVICE=C:\DOS\HIMEM.SYS  <ENTER>             
  DEVICE=C:\DOS\EMM386.EXE 1024 RAM  <ENTER>      
  DOS=HIGH,UMB  <ENTER>
  FILES=20  <ENTER>
  BUFFERS=20  <ENTER>
  <F6>  <ENTER>

AUTOEXEC.BAT  (1+ meg system)

  COPY CON AUTOEXEC.BAT  <ENTER>
  @ECHO OFF  <ENTER>
  PATH=C:\DOS  <ENTER>
  PROMPT $P$G  <ENTER>
  <F6>  <ENTER>

-If you have Windows 3.1, you may substitute "WINDOWS" for "DOS" in the first
 two "DEVICE=" lines of the CONFIG.SYS for 2+ meg systems.
-If you have DOS 4.01, you will need to substitute the line:
  DEVICE=C:\DOS\EMM386.SYS 1024 
 for the third line of the CONFIG.SYS for 2+ meg machines

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