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ntvdm missing when trying to install 16 bit program

Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by mary2214, 2014/01/01.

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    mary2214

    mary2214 Inactive Thread Starter

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    I have tried to install an old graphics program on my laptop with win 7 and get the message that it won't operate because ntvdm.exe is missing. The first time I tried to install I did not get this message but every attempt since. Since my laptop did not come with a windows 7 disc, can I get the file somewhere or do I really need it. I just restored my computer to yesterday before this happened.
     
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    PeteC

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    Welcome to WindowsBBS :)

    ntvdm.exe does not appear to be a native Windows file - at least it does not exist on my computer running Windows 7 Pro x64.

    Have you tried installing the program in compatibility Mode? Would be very handy to know what program you are trying to install :)
     
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    mary2214

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    Thanks I will try the compatibility mode when I return.
     
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    SpywareDr

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    NTVDM is a system component of all IA-32 editions of Windows NT family which allows execution of 16-bit Windows and DOS applications. It is not included with 64-bit versions.
     
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    Pardon me for butting in,
    I was wondering, can this file <ntvdm.exe> be obtained from MS and can it be installed on a win7/64 Computer to run DOS or 16 bit software?
    Thanks
    Sven
     
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    SpywareDr

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    retiredlearner

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    Time to check with Software Mfg for W7 64bit update???
    Or - New Year spend for new software. Or - http://www.oldversion.com/
    to see if someone has an update. Neil.
     
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