The Kernel32.dll file, one of three core components in Windows 98, provides
base system functionality, including input/output services, virtual memory
management, and task scheduling. This file also handles errors that occur
when an application is running. A Kernel32.dll error means that Windows
could not process a command, and could not find a more specific error
message to name the exact cause of the problem.
Although a Kernel32.dll error may occur only when working in ADT 3, it does
not necessarily mean that ADT3 is the cause. Many different factors can
cause the error, including low-level DOS problems, memory conflicts between
device drivers, software, hardware, and corrupt elements in specific files.
ADT3 may be the only application that is memory- or processor-intensive
enough to cause another, more fundamental problem to manifest. In some cases
it may be necessary to contact third-party software or hardware vendors for
resolution. Possible solutions to Kernel32.dll errors include updating
drivers or other software, or restoring parts of the Windows operating
system to a more standard configuration.
Solution:
Make sure ADT is running the latest service pack.
Disable Hardware acceleration for the display adapter.
1. Right-click My Computer and then choose Properties from the pop-up menu.
2. In the System Properties dialog box, click the Performance tab, and then
click the Graphics.
3. Drag the Hardware Acceleration slider to None, and then click OK.
Make sure there are no hardware conflicts and all devices are running the
latest and greatest drivers.
"Bob Kalinowski" wrote in message
news:3B85370B.59B73A5@eberhard1.com...
> Got a call from a client who just installed ADT3.3 and gets a kernel32
> error every time he tries to open a dwg...any ideas? Machine is
> Win98(probably part of problem), 128Mg RAM, 1Gig swapfile, plenty of
> room on hard drive, clean install, no other Autodesk software installed,
> nothing running in background...
>
> Thanks,
> Bob K.
> Eberhard Systems, Inc.
>