AMD Nx586 processor...due to Windows 95 developed prior to the Nx586.
Cause:
Some versions of Windows 95 were developed prior to the AMD Nx586 and are incapable of recognizing the processor.
Solution:
Contact Microsoft to obtain a patch for Windows 95 or get the Windows CPU Identifier toolbox from AMD.
WARNING: Electrical shock hazard! Make sure the power is turned off and the external power cables have been disconnected before removing the computer cover.
CAUTION 1: This task should be performed by a qualified computer technician.
CAUTION 2: Please observe steps to reduce the potential damage to computer components from electrostatic discharge.
1) Check the motherboard to see if the bus system is VL-based or PCI-based.
a) Remove the computer cover.
b) If the motherboard is using a VL-based bus system, there will be two or three long adapter slots.
c) If the motherboard is using a PCI-based bus system, there will be three or four adapter slots. The slots will be approximately four inches long.
PCI-based bus system
2) Download the appropriate Windows CPU Identifier toolbox from AMD.
a) Using any browser, go to http://www.amd.com. (The 'AMD' Web page appears.)
b) Type 'Windows CPU Identifier toolbox' in the box, and click 'Search'.
c) Click 'AMD - Nx586 Processor Toolbox'.
d) If your motherboard uses a VL-based bus system, click 'updtvl30.exe'.
e) If your motherboard uses a PCI-based bus system, click 'updtpi31.exe'.
f) Save the file to the hard disk.
3) Read the README.TXT file to get information on the installation process of the toolbox.
