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NASCAR  Racing 2 Troubleshooting Guide
Revised 4/25/97

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 - HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
SECTION 3 - COMMON INSTALLATION PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS
SECTION 4 - COMMON GAME PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS
    A.  -  VIDEO ISSUES
    B.  -  SOUND ISSUES
    C.  -  JOYSTICK ISSUES
    D.  -  GENERAL ISSUES
    E.  -  MULTIPLAYER ISSUES
    F.  -  TRACK ISSUES
    G.  -  DRIVER ISSUES
    H.  -  PAINTKIT ISSUES
    I.  -  RENDITION ISSUES
SECTION 5 - PATCH INFORMATION
SECTION 6 - WINDOWS 95 BOOT DISK INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 7 - DOS BOOT DISK INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 8 - CONTACTING SIERRA FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE
SECTION 9 - SOUND CARD CONFIGURATION


SECTION 1 - HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED
486 DX/66
16 MB RAM
2X Speed CD ROM drive
22 MB hard drive space-small install (44 MB compressed)
MS-DOS 5.0 or higher
SVGA (640x480x256 colors)
Mouse & Sound Card with DAC

RECOMMENDED FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
Pentium 90+MHz
4X speed CD ROM
Local Bus or PCI Video
98 MB hard drive space-full install (196MB compressed)
Sound Blaster or 100% compatible
SVGA (640x480x256 colors)



SECTION 2 - INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

Windows 95 Installation:
Insert the  NASCAR 2 CD into you CR-ROM drive and wait for the NASCAR 2 window
to appear.  Click on Install.  If you do not have Autorun enabled, insert the
CD into the appropriate drive, click on the Start button, then click on Run.
In the text field, type the letter of your CD-ROM drive followed by :\SETUP.
Example: D:\SETUP.  Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.
If you fail any of the tests, see SECTION 3 - COMMON INSTALLATION PROBLEMS.

After the installation has completed, you need to run the sound card setup.
Click on Start, then Programs, then Sierra, and click on the NASCAR Racing 2
Sound Setup icon.  If you need help setting up your sound card check
SECTION 4 - COMMON GAME PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS and look at sub-section
B - SOUND ISSUES.

To play NASCAR 2 from Windows 95, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive and
wait for the NASCAR 2 window to appear.  Click on Run.  If you do not have
Autorun enabled,  click on Start, then Programs.  Go to the Sierra program
group and click on the NASCAR Racing 2 icon.

NOTE:  NASCAR 2 may not play properly if any other programs are running in
Windows 95.  Make sure no other programs are running, including screen savers
and virus scanners BEFORE you start NASCAR 2.  If you have trouble installing
NASCAR 2 under Windows 95, we recommend booting your system in MS-DOS mode and
installing the DOS version of the game.

MS-DOS Installation:
Insert the NASCAR 2 CD into your CD-ROM drive and switch to the CD drive by
typing the drive letter followed by a colon.  Example:  D:<ENTER>.  Then type
INSTALL <ENTER> to begin the installation program.  Follow the on-screen
prompts to complete the file installation.

Once the files have been copied the sound setup will automatically start.  If
you need help setting up your sound card check  SECTION 4 -  COMMON GAME
PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS and look at sub-section B - SOUND ISSUES.

To play NASCAR 2 after you have installed the program, change to the NASCAR2
directory on your hard drive by typing CD\NASCAR2 <ENTER>.  From the game
directory, type N2 <ENTER> to begin the game.

NOTE:  You may also reconfigure your sound setup after you have installed the
game.  To do so, type SETUP <ENTER>from the game directory.  Then follow the
on-screen instructions.


SECTION 3 - COMMON INSTALLATION PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS

Windows 95:

Problem: Your computer crashes during the hardware tests or fails one or more
of the hardware tests, but you know you meet the minimum requirements for the
game.
Solution: If the Hardware Test crashes, then re-run the setup program (you may
need to restart Windows 95 first), skip the hardware test,  and install the
game even though the test claims that you have failed.

Problem: Your computer fails the Sound Card test.
Solution: Your sound card may be incorrectly configured for DAC (Audio) or
your sound card drivers may not be properly installed or configured. Make sure
your speakers are turned on and run the Windows mixer program for your sound
card so you can increase its volume levels for MIDI (music) and DAC (Audio).
Also check the Audio and MIDI settings in the Multimedia section of Control
Panel. The Audio setting defines what driver will be used to produce digitized
sound (DAC). Speech and sound effects in a game are usually DAC sounds. The
MIDI setting indicates what driver is being used for music playback. The
following examples are for the SoundBlaster 16:

AUDIO: SB16 Wave Out
MIDI: MIDI for Internal OPL2/OPL3 FM Synthesis

The names of the Audio and MIDI drivers will vary, depending on your sound
card. However, they should be similar to these SoundBlaster 16 drivers. For
complete information (including driver names and installation instructions)
for Windows 95 drivers for your sound card, contact your sound card
manufacturer.  For more information on sound setup, see SECTION 4 -  COMMON
GAME PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS and look at sub-section B - SOUND ISSUES.


Problem: I can't run Microsoft Internet Explorer since I installed NASCAR
RACING 2. What's going on?
Solution: The Windows 95 installation of NASCAR 2 installs an older version
of the WININET.DLL file.  There are a couple ways to fix this,.  You can
reinstall your Web browser or use the Sierra Auto update to update the file.
To use the Sierra Auto update, initiate, your Internet connection and then
click on Start, Programs, Sierra, and then Sierra AutoUpdate.

Question: What is TEN, and why would I want to install it?
Answer: TEN is the Total Entertainment Network. They have been chosen by
Papyrus to provide the online service for the upcoming NASCAR Online Racing
Series (NRO), formerly called the NRL. The Papyrus service called "Hawaii"is
the prototype for the NRO. When NRO becomes available, you will be able to
race against up to 40 other human drivers with your NASCAR 2 software. TEN
has other online games and is available in both hourly and flat rate pricing
structures. The pricing for NRO has not been announced yet.

Windows 95 and MS-DOS Installation:

Problem: Right after the installation, or when running the sound card setup,
you receive an error stating, Cannot Load VGA graphics mode.
Solution: NASCAR Racing 2 requires VESA support in order to run.  This error
message means that the game is not detecting VESA support.  Follow these
steps to load the generic VESA driver that comes with NASCAR 2:

1.  Insert the NASCAR CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2.  At a MS-DOS Prompt, switch to your CD drive by typing the drive letter
    followed by a colon.  Example: D:<ENTER>.
3.  Type  CD\NASCAR2 and press <ENTER>.
4.  Type UVCONFIG and press <ENTER>.  Follow the on-screen prompts to install
    VESA support.

Problem: When installing the game, you receive the message Error reading
drive D. Message will vary depending on what drive you are installing from.
Solution: There are several factors that can cause a read error of this type.
The most common is a dirty or scratched CD. You should check the CD to make
sure that there are no smudges, fingerprints, scratches or cracks on it. If
you see any smudges on the CD, clean it off with a soft cloth and try it
again. If the disk is scratched, it will need to be replaced.

If cleaning the CD doesn't help, the problem may lie with the CD ROM drivers.
When using Windows 95, use version 2.25 of MSCDEX in the C:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM
directory. You should also check with the CD ROM drive manufacturer to make
sure that you have the latest version of their CD drivers. Outdated or
incompatible CD drivers can cause this type of problem.

If you need to replace your CD, replacement is FREE for the first 90 days of
product ownership. After 90 days there is a $10.00 handling fee per program.
Mail us the CD, a copy of your sales receipt dated within 90 days or the
$10.00 handling fee, and a note detailing your computer hardware and the
problem that is occurring. Please include your full name, mailing address,
and daytime telephone number so we can contact you if necessary. We will then
send you a replacement CD. The address is:
Sierra On-Line Customer Service, PO Box 485, Coarsegold CA 93614-0485.

Question: Do I need the CD in order to run NASCAR RACING 2?
Answer: If you did a full install, you do not need the CD to run NASCAR
RACING 2. When you do a minimal install, the game needs to read files from
the CD.  Also, for multiplayer games, the machine that answers must have a CD.


SECTION 4 - COMMON GAME PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS

This section is broken up into 9 additional sections.   Unless otherwise
stated, each issue applies to both the DOS and Windows 95  installation.

A.  -  VIDEO ISSUES
B.  -  SOUND ISSUES
C.  -  JOYSTICK ISSUES
D.  -  GENERAL ISSUES
E.  -  MULTIPLAYER ISSUES
F.  -  TRACK ISSUES
G.  -  DRIVER ISSUES
H.  -  PAINTKIT ISSUES
I.  -  RENDITION ISSUES

If you don't see your question listed in this document: Most difficulties
with NASCAR 2, including lockups and Fatal or Panic errors can be resolved
by simply running the game with a boot disk or a system disk.  Please see
Section 6 and Section 7 for detailed boot disk instructions. Incompatible or
outdated sound card and VESA drivers can also cause lockups and errors. You
should make sure that you are using the latest versions of your sound card
and video drivers. Contact your sound and video card manufacturers to obtain
the latest drivers.  If you are experiencing problems in Windows 95, restart
the computer in DOS mode and try running the game in that environment.

NOTE:  Sierra Technical Support has limited information on NASCAR Racing 2
strategy and game play hints.  Some information in this section contains
answers to some frequently asked questions.  For additional game-play
information, Sierra recommends reading your game manual and investigating
on-line forums that address game play.  The World Wide Web, CompuServe, and
America On-Line all have active forums where you can obtain valuable
information from your fellow drivers.  On the World Wide Web Sierra hosts a
site where NASCAR players can trade information.
The URL is: http://www.sierra.com/messages/racing/

A.  VIDEO ISSUES:

Problem: When starting NASCAR 2, you receive an error stating, UNIVBE Not
Found or when running the sound card  setup, you receive an error stating,
Cannot Load VGA graphics mode.
Solution: NASCAR Racing 2 requires VESA support in order to run.  This error
message means that the game is not detecting VESA support.  Follow these
steps to load the generic VESA driver that comes with NASCAR 2:

1.  Insert the NASCAR CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2.  At a MS-DOS Prompt, switch to your CD drive by typing the drive letter
    followed by a colon.  Example: D:<ENTER>.
3.  Type  CD\NASCAR2 and press <ENTER>.
4.  Type UVCONFIG and press <ENTER>.  Follow the on-screen prompts to install
    VESA support.

Problem: NASCAR 2 locks up after the introduction.
Solution:  Some computer have had a hard time playing the video file that
runs during the introduction.  Instead of typing N2 to start the game, type
NASCAR2.  This will bypass the introduction.

Problem:  When trying to start NASCAR2, you get a black screen with no video
graphics.
Solution:   If this occurs in Windows95, try to install the DOS version.  If
this occurs in DOS, try to reinstall the UNIVBE VESA driver from the CD-ROM
of NASCAR 2.  To do this go to the NASCAR 2 directory in DOS.  If you need to
get to the C:\ prompt just type CD\<ENTER>.  After you get to the C:\ prompt
type CD\NASCAR2<ENTER>,  if the game is installed in DOS.
(Type CD\SIERRA\NASCAR2<ENTER> if the game is installed in Windows 95.)
Once you are in the NASCAR2 directory,  type UVCONFIG<ENTER>.  Follow the
instructions on the screen for the UNIVBE VESA driver to install.  Start the
game as normal.  If you still have trouble with the video or your computer
does not support the UNIVBE VESA driver, then contact your computer
manufacturer or your video card manufacturer for more help.  You may need
updated video drivers, or a TSR program to obtain VESA support in DOS.

NOTE:  If you have an ATI Mach 64  video card and you are having trouble with
the video, there is a TSR program you can download from the ATI web site
(www.atitech.ca).  This file will enable your system to show the graphics of
the NASCAR2 game.  As of December 30, 1996, the TSR program is called
64VBE210.EXE.

If you have a Matrox Millinnium video card and are having trouble with the
video, there is a file you can download from the Matrox web site
(www.matrox.com).  The file is called VBE11.ZIP and uses your Windows refresh
rates in DOS applications.

You may also want to try using a third party VESA driver like the SciTech
Display Doctor.  This is a shareware program that can be obtained from
SciTechÆs Web site (www.scitechsoft.com).  This could update the VESA support
for your video card and allow NASCAR 2 to run.

Problem: The graphics in the game are distorted or have lines running through
them.
Solution: This problem is caused by one of three things:

* Memory conflict. Running the game from a boot disk should correct this
problem. Use the appropriate instructions in Section 6 or Section 7. Also, in
Windows 95, disable all background programs.
* Incompatible VESA driver. Make sure that you are using the VESA driver
appropriate for your video card. Check your video card documentation for
details.  NASCAR RACING 2 needs a VESA 2.0 compliant driver.
* Incompatible mouse driver. Some DOS mouse drivers donÆt handle VESA
(SVGA-resolution) applications well. Try switching to a Microsoft or Logitech
mouse driver. Sierra recommends Microsoft 9.01or higher, or Logitech 6.1 or
higher.

Question: How do I see the frame rate counter described in the manual?
Answer:  Unfortunately, the frame rate counter didn't make it into the final
release.

Question: How can I check my frame rate?
Answer: Turn on all the graphics except for one, which is set to auto.  You
can choose any texture you like, but it should be one that is easy to spot
when it turns on or off.  Now set the min/max frame rate for auto textures to
bracket the frame rate.  Run some laps and see if the texture turns on and
off.  If the texture is always on, the numbers you picked were too low, vice
versa if it is always off.  Keep narrowing the range of min and max until you
have narrowed the range to 1. That number is your frame rate.

Problem: I run in VGA mode, but every time I start a race, the screen is in
hi-res mode. How can I set this permanently?
Solution:  Make the change to VGA mode from the main menu instead of the race
menu, the screen resolution will stay in VGA mode.

Question: How do I take a screenshot in NASCAR RACING 2?
Answer: Press the \ (backslash) key. This will create a N2SS**.PCX file in
the NASCAR2 directory.  Each time you press it, the numbers increment, so you
can do multiple shots in a session.  Be careful, as the files are quite large
(300K in SVGA mode) and can use up disk space quickly.

B.  SOUND ISSUES

Problem: When running NASCAR 2 though Windows 95, I don't hear any sound.
Solution: Make sure to run the sound card setup program after installing.
Click on START, Programs, Sierra, and then NASCAR Racing 2 Sound Setup.

Problem:  I'm having problems setting up the sound card in the sound card
setup.
Solution:  The first step in setting up the sound is to check the BLASTER
line in the set command in DOS.  To do this, type SET at a DOS C:\ prompt.
If you need to get to the C:\ prompt just type CD\<ENTER>  Once at the
C:\ prompt, type SET and look for a line that says BLASTER=  This line
represents the settings at which your sound card emulates a sound blaster
sound card.  Most systems will have the following: BLASTER=A220 I5 D1.
A220 is the port address.  I5 is the IRQ setting, and D1 is the DMA setting.
Once you have found this line, you will want be ready to set up the sound in
the NASCAR2 sound setup.

NOTE: If you cannot find this BLASTER= line in the set command within DOS,
then this means you probably don't have any real mode sound drivers loaded in
DOS.  It would be best to contact the computer manufacturer to have them
help you load the sound drivers for your sound card in DOS.

You can get to the sound card setup in DOS by typing C:\NASCAR2 <ENTER> then
type SETUP <ENTER>  In Windows95,  you can enter the sound card setup by
clicking on Start, then Programs, then Sierra, and then the NASCAR Racing 2
Sound Setup icon.    Once in the Sound Setup try to auto detect the sound
card.  If this locks up the system, reboot the system and return to the sound
card setup.  Manually set the sound card settings according to your settings
that you found in the BLASTER= line within the set command in DOS.  The two
most common sound card settings are either Sound Blaster MONO or Sound
Blaster PRO MONO.  After choosing the sound card you need to enter the port
address, IRQ, and DMA.  If you are still having trouble finding the sound
card settings, check your sound card documentation, (or check with the
manufacturer if you need further assistance).   EXAMPLE:  A Sound Blaster
sound card will usually set up in the game as a SOUND BLASTER MONO,
ADDRESS=220,  IRQ=5, and DMA=1.

NOTE:  Most sound cards are somewhat compatible to a Sound Blaster sound
card.  If your sound isnÆt listed specifically as an option, try using the
SOUND BLASTER MONO option and the following settings: ADDRESS=220, IRQ=5, and
DMA=1.

If you continue to have problems, contact your hardware manufacturer or check
you documentation for the optimum settings for your sound card for a DOS game.

Problem: I am having trouble getting sound with an Interwave sound card
(comes with some Compaq computers).
Solution: NASCAR 2 is a DOS4GW game.  These games require low IRQ's to
produce sound.  Currently, the Interwave and Gravis PnP cards, and any other
sound card with an Interwave Chip use IRQs 10,11,12, and 15 in Windows 95.
Because of this, it is unlikely that you will hear sound in NASCAR 2.  For
more information, please check with your hardware manufacturer.  Here are two
things to try in the meantime:

1.  Use the SOUND BLASTER MONO option in the sound card setup with the
following settings: ADDRESS=220, IRQ=5, and DMA=1.

2.  Reset, the ULTRASND environment variable to lesser IRQs just before you
run the DOS installation of NASCAR 2. Example:  C:\SET ULTRASOUND=220,5,7,5,5.

Problem: When running the game, I get no sound and/or music.
Solution: If your sound card is configured properly then this can be caused
by either insufficient free memory or incorrect sound settings in the program.
To ensure enough free memory for the game, make a boot disk with the
instructions in Sections 6 or 7.  If playing in Windows 95, use the boot
disk to play the game in DOS mode.  If this does not correct the problem,
check the sound card setup.  Run SETUP in the \NASCAR2 directory and follow
the on-screen instructions.  In many cases of problems with Sound Blaster
compatible sound cards, running with the game set to Microsoft Sound System
mode can help.  Check your sound card documentation to see if it supports
Microsoft Sound System.

NOTE: Some sound drivers do not support sound correctly when running DOS
applications under Windows 95. This usually occurs when the sound card is not
directly supported by Windows 95.  Common symptoms of this are lockups or
simply no sound. You should be able to get around this by restarting your
computer in MS-DOS mode (with a boot disk, if necessary) and running the game
from DOS.  If you continue to experience problems with sound after booting
from a boot disk, check your sound card documentation to make sure that you
have all of the necessary lines in the CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT files, or
contact your sound card manufacturer for details or information on updated
Windows 95 drivers.

Problem: While playing the game, the sound slows down or drops out or the
video sequences become choppy and slow.
Solution: This is usually caused by insufficient available memory. Running
the game from a boot disk should correct this problem.  Use the Section 6 and
Section 7 in this document to create a boot disk.  If you are running in
Windows 95 make sure no other applications are running.

C.  JOYSTICK ISSUES

Problem:  The wheel/yoke/joystick will not calibrate in NASCAR2 when running
from WIN95 version B.  To check to see what version of WIN95 you are using go
to Start, Settings, Control Panel, and select the System icon.
Solution:  There is a patch that will upgrade NASCAR2 to version 1.03 that
should solve the problem.  See SECTION 5 for patch information.

Problem: When selecting a menu item, the item goes gray but nothing happens
or when calibrating the joystick/wheel/yoke, nothing happens. Often the
X-axis and Y-axis numbers are -1 and -1  (Window  95 Installation).
Solution: Click Start, then Settings, then Control Panel.  Double-click the
joystick icon  and try calibrating your joystick/wheel/yoke.  If problems
persist, then uninstall the Windows 95 installation of NASCAR 2 and try
installing NASCAR 2 in DOS only.  See SECTION 2: INSTALLATION PROCEDURES for
help installing NASCAR Racing 2.

Problem: When selecting a menu item, the item goes gray but nothing happens
or when calibrating the joystick/wheel/yoke, nothing happens. Often the
X-axis and Y-axis numbers are -1 and -1  (DOS Installation).
Solution: NASCAR Racing 2 has a problem with multiple (two or more) game
ports (joystick) being active at the same time. The best solution for this
problem is to make sure that only one of the game ports is active. This
involves either a hardware or software setting that disables the port. These
game ports may be on sound cards, game cards, or hard-wired to the
motherboard. Instructions for disabling the game port may be found in the
manuals for the sound card, game card, or computer manual or by contacting
the manufacturer of the hardware.

Problem:  Having trouble calibrating the wheel/yoke/joystick.
Solution:  Follow the steps below to calibrate the joystick:

1. If you are playing NASCAR 2 in Windows 95, make sure the wheel/yoke/
joystick is calibrated in the Windows 95 calibration routine before
calibrating in NASCAR 2.  Select Start, Settings, Control Panel, and Joystick.
If you have a wheel or yoke steering device, then choose Custom for joystick
selection.  Make sure it is set to 2 axis, 2 button and that it is set to A
Race Car controller.  Follow the instructions provided by Windows 95 in the
Calibrate function. Then use the Test function to ensure the calibration in
Windows95.  If you have a joystick, make sure it is set to 2 axis, 2 or 4
button joystick (whichever applies to your brand and model of joystick) in
the joystick selection of Windows 95.   If you are playing NASCAR 2 in DOS,
just calibrate the wheel/yoke/joystick in the Options/Control screen.
2. Enter the NASCAR 2 game and select OPTIONS from the Main Menu and press
<ENTER>
3. Select CONTROLS and press <ENTER>
4. Select CALIBRATE JOYSTICK 1 and press <ENTER>
5. Push the joystick left, right, up and down. (Note: On wheels "steer" left
and right. Then press the accelerator down and back up and then do the same
with the brake to calibrate.)
6. Press <ENTER>

1.  Once the joystick/wheel/yoke is calibrated, go up to the SET CONTROLS
on the same Controls screen.
2.  Go through each of the controls and set them according to how you would
like to manipulate your joystick/wheel/yoke to operate the vehicle in NASCAR2.
For instance, click on Steering and hit <ENTER>. Next you would turn the
wheel left then right.  It will recognize that you are setting this control
and the steering information box will disappear from the screen.  Next you
would select acceleration and proceed to set the accelerator accordingly. Now
the accelerator is set and the brake is set the same way. Shift up, shift
down, and reverse can be whatever button or lever you assign to do that task.
Remember the process is to select the control and hit <ENTER>.  Next assign a
button or movement to the control with your wheel/yoke/joystick.  Then when
the button or movement is recognized the information ôboxö will automatically
disappear from the screen and the control will be ôset.ö

Question:  What happened to the setting for linear vs. non-linear steering?
Answer:  This setting is now two radio buttons called Joystick/Keyboard and
Wheel in the Control settings. Joystick is non-linear and Wheel is linear.

Question:  What is the difference between Joystick and Wheel in the control
settings?
Answer:  The Joystick mode is non-linear steering.  Moving the joystick when
you are near the center will cause small changes in the steering input, while
the same degree of movement will have a large change when you are near the
limits of travel.  This allows for more precise steering when used with a
joystick, however some people like to use this mode for wheels as well.  The
wheel setting is more like a typical car where the steering input is linear
across the entire range of travel.

D.  GENERAL ISSUES

Problem: NASCAR 2 won't install in Windows 95.
Solution: If you have other programs active in Windows 95, it is possible
that one or more of the programs will interfere with the installation of
NASCAR 2. Make sure no other programs are running, including screen savers
and virus scanners BEFORE you install NASCAR 2.  If you continue to have
trouble installing NASCAR 2 under Windows 95, we recommend making a boot disk
(see Section 6 and Section 7) and rebooting your system into MS-DOS mode.
Then install the game following the DOS Installation instructions in
Section 2 of this document.

Problem: When you start NASCAR Racing 2, you receive an error message
indicating insufficient memory.
Solution: NASCAR Racing 2 requires 16MB RAM.  To free up memory for the game,
create a boot disk by using the manual boot disk instructions in Section 6 or
Section 7.

Problem: When I start the game, the program crashes with a DOS/4GW error
and/or large sized text fills the screen.
Solution: This is caused by a memory conflict, usually with a memory manager
(such as EMM386, QEMM, etc.).  Running the game from a boot disk will usually
correct this problem.  Please see the boot disk instructions in Section 6 or
Section 7.

Problem: "EMM386 Error 12 ... " The error number may vary.
Solution: This is caused by a memory conflict, usually with a memory manager
(such as EMM386, QEMM, etc.). Running the game from a boot disk will usually
correct this problem.  Please see the boot disk instructions in Section 6 or
Section 7.

Problem: When I stop in the pit, the pit crew does not respond by changing
tires, refueling the vehicle, and making any requested changes to the vehicle
setup.
Solution: This problem is usually a matter of using the wrong key to stop the
car in the pit. In order for the pit crew to come over the wall and begin
to work on the vehicle, you need to be sure that you are using the BRAKE key
to stop the vehicle in the pit stall. Using the REVERSE key will not work.
Make sure to stop the vehicle at the sign the pit crew  holds up in front of
your vehicle.

Program:  Can't find the frame rate in the game.
Solution:  This is a misprint in the NASCAR 2 manual.  There is no way to
actually see the frame rate the game is using.

Problem:  Can't save in the championship mode of the game.
Solution:  The original release of NASCAR 2 does not have an option to save
during a race.  There is a patch that will upgrade NASCAR2 to version 1.03
that will add this feature.  See SECTION 5 for patch information.

Problem: Can't load car setups.
Solution:  In the game, go to a Qualification or a Race.  Then you can choose
the car setup you wish to use in the game.

Question: How do I save a setup?
Answer: Click on the setup name field.  Type in a new name and press the
<Enter>.  Now click on the Save button at the bottom.

Question: How do I load a saved setup?
Answer: Click on the down arrow button next to the setup name.  Click on the
setup name that you want to load.

Problem: I saved a setup, but I can't get it back.
Solution: If you do a minimal install, the program looks for setups on the
CD-ROM instead of the hard disk. Your setups need to be saved on the hard
disk.  If you do a full install, you will be able to retrieve your saved
setups.  If you apply the new patch that upgrades NASCAR2 to version 1.03
then you will be able to save car setups on a minimum install.  See SECTION 5
for patch information.

Problem: I don't have the space for a full install, how can I get around the
setup problem?
Solution: This workaround has worked for some users:  open the CD-ROM drive
before entering the setup screen. The game will try to look for setups on the
CD, and then default to the hard disk. Make sure you put the CD back in
afterwards.

Problem: I downloaded some setups and installed them on my system but now I
can't load them. What happened?
Solution: Make sure you did a full install. If you did a full install and
still can't see them, you might have copied them into one of the night race
directories (NBRISTOL, NCHRLTTE or NRICHMND). The night races load and save
setups in the same directory as the day race for the same track.

Problem: Every time I start to qualify or race, the Easy setup is loaded.
How do I get my setup to load?
Solution: Above the setup field are two fields called Qualify and Race. The
setup specified in Qualify is automatically loaded each time you start a
qualifying session and likewise the Race setup is loaded when you start a
Racing session. Click on the down arrow next to these fields and select the
setup you want to load automatically for the session. If you have ever
forgotten to load your race setup after qualifying, you will appreciate this
feature.

Problem: There are no qualifying setups for some tracks.
Solution: If you use the Windows 95 install program, it fails to copy over
qualifying setups for some tracks.  You can copy them directly from the CD,
there is no compression scheme being used.  Be sure to change them to
read/write status of the file if you want to modify them.  To do this with
Windows Explorer, right click on the file and click Properties.

Problem: Why is my LF camber showing up as -2.50?
Solution:  There is a problem in the setup screen. If the LF camber is set to
0.00, it shows up as -2.50 when you go to the setup screen. The screen
displays the wheel in the upright position though. If it concerns you, adjust
the camber to -0.10 or +0.10 and the problem should go away.

Problem: When I make certain adjustments in the setup screen, the weight
distribution is incorrect.
Solution: Certain combinations of adjustments seem to change the weight
jacking numbers. Adjusting the rear bias up or down and then back seems to
clear it up.

Question: How do I adjust the tire stagger?
Answer: You are not allowed to adjust tire stagger in NASCAR Racing 2. This
was a result of Bobby Labonte's input. Goodyear brings one type of tire with
a fixed stagger setting for all the WC teams.

Question: How do I adjust the front air dam?
Answer: You can't adjust the front air dam in NASCAR Racing 2.  NASCAR rules
regulate the height of the air dams to maintain parity between the different
car makes.

Problem: How do I adjust the fuel level?
Solution: You can only adjust fuel level during testing sessions. You always
qualify and start the race with 22 gallons of fuel, just like the real WC
teams. The fuel load is part of the weight calculations included to bring the
car up to 3,500 pounds. In fact, beginning in the 1997 season, the weight of
the driver will be included in the calculations.

Problem: You want to create a new Car Set.
Solution: The NASCAR Racing 2 Paint Shop allows you to create a customized
car that you can change in many ways. It has the ability to change the
exterior paint and the team suits of the drivers.  Car Sets can then be
loaded from within NASCAR Racing 2.  A set can store different collections of
opponent cars, or contain several different paint schemes for your own car.
To create a new car in the ôPaint Shopö there is a full set of instructions
within the NASCAR 2 manual starting on page 67.

E.  MULTIPLAYER ISSUES

Problem:  When playing a multiplayer game, the dialup machine hangs on
certain tracks?
Solution:  If you set maximum opponents to 39 and race on any track that
allows 39 cars on the track, the dialer will likely hang. You'll also see an
extra car when you go the F2 standings.  A workaround for this is to set the
maximum opponents to 38 or install the patch that will upgrade NASCAR2 to
version 1.03 which should  resolve many multiplayer problems.  See SECTION 5
for patch information.

Problem: My machine locks up when I exit the race weekend. How can I avoid
this?
Solution:  When the dialup exits the race weekend, a dialog box pops up with
the question, "OK to leave race weekend?" If the player on the answering
tries to exit while this dialog is up, the dialup machine will lock up.  The
easiest way around this problem is to make sure the player on the answering
computer exits first.

Problem:  NASCAR 2 wonÆt recognize or allow me to choose the COM port that my
modem is on.
Solution:  This seems to happen with modems that use virtual COM ports
created by plug and play modems.  These virtual COM ports do not exist in DOS
and will not be seen by NASCAR 2 since it is a DOS game.  We are currently
investigating this issue.  For now we recommend contacting your modem or
computer manufacturer for information on running your modem in DOS mode.

Question: How do I chat during a modem session?
Answer:  The chat feature is in the multiplayer screen.  After you have
hooked up a network or modem game, the Chat feature is in the Connect option
of multiplayer mode.  Chat can be used with the function keys (F1, F2, etc.)
There are preset words in the file, however you can change the preset words
you send by editing the text file, AUTOCHAT.MSG. To do this in DOS, change to
the c:\NASCAR2 directory in DOS, and type EDIT AUTOCHAT.MSG <ENTER>.  You can
edit the words (up to 10) and then use the ALT F and X keys to exit the file.
(Make sure to save the changes.)

Question: I can't type anything in the chat screen, how do I get it to work?
Answer:  You have to click on the area to the right of the little L bracket
in the chat screen with the mouse. Once it activates the chat text window,
type a message.  The other player won't see your messages until you press
<Enter>.

Problem:  When I start a multiplayer race, sometimes I start the race in the
middle of an AI car?
Solution:  There's a problem that sometimes puts the dialup car inside of an
AI car on the grid.  There is a patch that will upgrade NASCAR2 to version
1.03 that should solve this problem.  See SECTION 5 for patch information.

Question: How can I use Arcade mode in Multiplayer?
Answer:  There is a patch that will upgrade NASCAR2 to version 1.03 that will
allow you to use Arcade mode in a multiplayer game.  See SECTION 5 for patch
information.

Problem: How do you get DSVD to work with Multiplayer?
Solution: Try to use the following initialization string:

AT&F1^M~~~&K0-SSE=1^M

You can't switch to a data connect from a voice connect, you'll need to have
the modem dial and then pickup to make the voice connection.  Some customers
have  reported that the Hayes modem would not connect via DSVD successfully
because of the maximum 19.2Kb setting in NASCAR RACING 2. You can try editing
the Phone book files in the game directory (.MDL or .MD1 files).  There you
can change the BAUD= line to equal 38400.

Problem: How can everyone get their own car in a multiplayer race?
Solution:  The MULTI car list is the only list allowed in the multiplayer
race. The order of the cars in the MULTI list is very important. Start with a
clean car list and then add the first player's car, then the second player's
car, third, etc. Finally, add the AI cars that you want to race. Each machine
must have a copy of all the cars that are in the list, i.e. they must have a
.CAR file that matches the driver's name.  Some users will notice that some
of the driver names and cars to not matchup properly.  There is a patch that
will upgrade NASCAR2 to version 1.03 that should solve this problem.  See
SECTION 5 for patch information.

F.  TRACK ISSUES

Question: Why aren't Daytona and Indianapolis included?
Answer: Sega licensed the exclusive rights to the name and likeness of the
Daytona track for use in their video games. This means that no other company
is allowed to use the name or track likeness in a game. The license is up for
renewal in April 1997, and you can bet that Papyrus is working as hard as it
can to be allowed to use the most famous stock car venue in the world in the
game.

Problem: Have the tracks in NASCAR Racing 2 been changed?
Solution: All of the tracks had a graphics facelift.  Five tracks have all
new physics models as well: Darlington, Dover, Talladega, Phoenix and Watkins
Glen.

Problem: The AI cars are too fast or slow at certain tracks. I can't change
the AI strength in a championship season, and I want to be competitive on
those tracks. What can I do?
Solution: There are two values in the track files that alter the basic AI
strength. You can edit the files in your text editor, such as EDIT or
NOTEPAD.  For example, if the AI is too fast at Watkins Glen, edit the
WATGLEN.TXT file in the WATGLEN directory.  If the AI is out-qualifying you,
modify the number on line that starts with "BLAP". The value is in
thousandths of a second, so a value of 30450 is 30.450 seconds.  If the AI is
too fast during the race, you can alter the line that starts with "RELS".
This value represents the relative strength of the AI at that particular
track in percent. Smaller numbers will make them slower, larger numbers will
make them faster.  Please note that edited tracks are not supported by
Technical Support.

Problem: How do I remove the restrictor plate at Talladega?
Solution: Edit the TALADEGA.TXT with EDIT or NOTEPAD. Find the line that
starts with "SPDWY" and change the first number from 1 to 0.  You will also
want to update the RELS number (see above) to reflect the faster speeds
you're running.  Please note that edited tracks are not supported by
Technical Support.

Question: Why are my average lap speeds so far off from NASCAR RACING?
Answer: Papyrus adjusted the length they were using to calculate average lap
speeds on several tracks.  Also, consider the effect that weather has on
engine output (warmer weather = less horsepower).

G.  DRIVER ISSUES

Question: How do I change my car make?
Answer:  Select your name from the Driver list, select "Info" and then click
on the car logo below and to the right of your car image. Don't forget to
save the car when you're done.

Problem: I created my own Driver info, and removed "The Player" from the
list, but now I'm driving someone else's car. Solution:  You always drive the
car that is first in the list.  If you want to change your car, you either
have to: Copy or modify the T_PLAYER.CAR file; delete all the drivers from a
list and add yours first; or start a new list.

Question: How do I load new cars that I download?
Answer:  If you downloaded a .CAR file, you can just copy the car into the
CARS directory. If this is a replacement for an existing car, that's all you
have to do. If this is a new car you have to add it to a list. Run NASCAR 2,
go to Driver Info, and you should see the new driver in the left-hand list.
Select the car and press the right arrow to add it to the current list.  If
you downloaded a .PCX file, you'll have to import the car, see Section H for
help importing a car.

Question: I want to drive one of the other cars in the list. How can I do
that?
Answer:  The easiest way to do it is to create a new list.  The car you drive
is always the first car in the list.  The game automatically places the
"player" car first in a new list, so delete that car.  Add the car you want
to drive to the list first. Now added the rest of the cars in the order you
prefer the drivers to appear. The drivers at the end of the list are the
first ones that get dropped at the tracks where there are fewer cars.  If you
install the patch that upgrades NASCAR2 to version 1.03 then there was a new
added feature that allows the user to easily .  See SECTION 5 for patch
information.

H.  PAINTKIT ISSUES

Question: How do I export a car from NASCAR RACING 2?
Answer:  From the Driver Info screen, select the driver and then select
"Info". Now select "Paint Car" and go to the detail screen. Select "Export"
and the car will be exported into the NASCAR 2 directory with a filename
consisting of X, followed by the first initial of the driver, underscore, and
then the first 5 letters of the last name. The player's car is exported as
"XT_PLAYE.PCX".

Question: How do I import a car to NASCAR RACING 2?
Answer:  Just like with exporting, the program looks for PCX files in the
NASCAR 2 directory under filenames that start with X, followed by the first
initial of the driver, underscore, and then the first 5 letters of the last
name. The player's car is imported from "XT_PLAYE.PCX".

Problem: When I import a file, I get the error message "Palette Corrupt".
Solution:  Export a car from NASCAR RACING 2. Copy just the car image of your
new car, but not the surrounding magenta or the color bar at the bottom.
Paste in place of the car from the freshly exported car image. Now save the
file back under the desired filename. You may have to adjust the body panel
colors again. It's a good idea to keep a safe copy of your original car
around for just this purpose. Export it from NASCAR RACING 2 and rename it
for safe keeping.

Problem: When I import a car file, the colors are all messed up. What's going
on?
Solution:  NASCAR RACING 2 only allows you to use about 150 colors from the
256 color palette to paint your car. When you convert the car from a 24-bit
image to an 8-bit image by loading the NASCAR RACING 2 palette, the paint
program will often use some of those colors that are considered off-limits.
These colors come through transparent, so that whatever image is underlying
when you import the car comes through.

I.  RENDITION ISSUES:

Question: Why can't I run the Rendition version on my 3D card?
Answer: The Rendition version of NASCAR Racing 2 is a 3D accelerated version
of the game that was written specifically for the Rendition Verite' 1000
chipset.  Currently, there are four video boards on the market based on this
chipset:   Sierra On-Line's Screamin' 3-D, Canopus's Total 3D,  Creative
Labs' 3-D Blaster, and Intergraph's Reactor. If you do not have one of these
boards, you cannot use the Rendition version of NASCAR RACING 2.

Question: Does Papyrus plan to make a version of NASCAR RACING 2 that works
with my 3D card?
Answer: We currently do not have plans to make other 3D versions of NASCAR
Racing 2.  Unlike Windows 95, it's a fairly big job to add support for
different video chips in a DOS program.   In the future, Papyrus will
consider using Windows 95 Direct 3D, which was not available at the time that
Papyrus began the NASCAR 2 project.

Question:  Do I have to run UNIVBE or a different VESA driver to use
Rendition?
Answer: No, the Rendition version does not use VESA 2.0, but instead goes
straight to the hardware using the Speedy 3D API library written by Rendition.
Even if you use the SVGA version, the Rendition boards support VESA 2.0
directly, so UNIVBE won't be of any help.

Problem: Why doesn't the NASCAR RACING 2 Rendition version perform as well as
the INDYCAR RACING 2 Rendition version on my machine?
Solution: Make sure you are using the DMA version.  You can either use
NASREND with the DMA switch, or run the batch file RENDDMA.   NOTE: Not all
computers support the DMA standard.  If you have problems with this version
use the standard Rendition version (just plain NASREND).

Problem: My frame rate is still not that great. What else could be wrong?
Solution: The screen that shows split times (F2 and press <Enter>) will slow
down the Rendition version dramatically. Keep the F2 screen up and only
occasionally press <Enter> to get the instant readout.

Question: Why doesn't the NASCAR RACING 2 Rendition version look as good as
the INDYCAR RACING 2 Rendition version on my machine?
Answer: Papyrus didn't enable anti-aliasing in NASCAR 2, so things like the
pit walls don't look as smooth as in ICR2.

Problem: The program stalls every time a texture gets turned on or off by the
auto graphics. How can I avoid this?
Solution: Automatic textures just don't work well in the Rendition version.
You should set the textures so that you get an acceptable frame rate all the
time instead.  This may vary from track to track, so familiarize yourself
with the hotkeys for turning on and off the various textures.


SECTION 5 - PATCH VERSIONS

A.  PATCH FIXES (1.02)

SAVE RACE:  When you leave a race session, you will now be prompted to save
the race.  This prompt will only appear if you have qualified, or if you have
run 3 or more laps of the race. You may not save multiplayer races.

AI:  Atlanta AI pitting would not pit in their pit window.  They would fake
like they were going into the pit then come right back onto the track.

AI:  Now, the AI should not collide with your car in the pits.  The cars may
still go right through you, but they will not cause any damage.

PACELINE CHEAT PROBLEM: We removed the ability to cheat by crossing the
start/finish line, then backing over it while pacing.  If you did this, you
could then pass all the cars to gain position.

MULTIPLAYER:  39 players are now allowed in multiplayer.  This enhancement
was made to accommodate the needs of the NASCAR Racing Online Series.

MULTIPLAYER:  Multiplayer car assignments are now correct.  The server will
be assigned to the 96 car, and all joining clients will be assigned to cars
in order of joining the race.

MULTIPLAYER:  When the server leaves the race, the client will be exited from
the race.

MULTIPLAYER: We fixed the problem which could cause client cars to be placed
in the wrong position on starting grid.

IPX NETWORK PROBLEM:  Fixed situation where sometimes a user could not
connect when the server was on Race Weekend screen.

ARCADE MODE:  Arcade mode has been added to multiplayer racing.  You can
select Arcade or Simulation mode in your Multiplayer Race Options screen.

ARCADE MODE:  Records set in Arcade mode will no longer register on your
player track record.  Since it is easier to drive in Arcade mode, it wouldn't
be fair to compare Arcade times to Simulation times.

RENDITION 4-bit GRAPHICS OVERRIDE:  If you have 16 MB of ram and you are
using the Rendition specific .ex, you may wish to use the 4-bit track
textures.  To use, start the game by typing  NASREND -4 <Enter>.

CAR SETUP:  The limits of some of the settings in the car setups are no
longer incorrect.

CAR SETUP: All the car setup files will now be available.  Previously, if you
used the minimum installation, you could not access any setup files you saved
as well as some of the setups provided by the game.

ENTRY LISTS:  We now allow 128 cars in "All Drivers" display for entry list
screen.  Previously it was limited to 60 cars displayed.

ENTRY LISTS:  You may now use keyboard controls to manipulate items in entry
lists:

     Swap items in player's entry list  < > keys
     Delete an item from entry list    DELETE key
     Erase a .CAR file            DELETE key
        (if selected item was in all drivers list)
     Sort entry list alphabetically        A key
     Sort entry list by car number        S key

CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON: The championship season win screen will only appear if
you have won the entire season, not just the last race.  The screen has a
small graphic problem that has been fixed.

CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON:  Game will no longer crash if you select a completed
season when resuming a saved season.

DARLINGTON CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON RACE LENGTHS:  The second race at Darlington
was not the correct length.  The second race was always the same length as
the first.

Win 95 B JOYSTICK PROBLEMS:  Users of Windows 95 B using FAT32 should no
longer have trouble recognizing the joystick or wheel/pedals in the game.

Cyrix and 486 JOYSTICK PROBLEMS:  We have lessened the twitchiness in the
steering on these systems.  Some problems still persists, but it is
significantly less.


B.  PATCH FIXES (1.03)

There were several bugs introduced by the first patch release.  The following
bugs have been fixed from that release.

JOYSTICK: There was a twitching or pulling when driving that was fixed.

NIGHT CHARLOTTE: A green line appeared around the outside of the screen at
this track.  It occurred most frequently in low-res.

DATES:  The dates for races were in European format causing problems with the
calendar.

STANDINGS:  Some of the headers on standings saved to disk were in the wrong
order.  They now appear correctly.


C.  DETERMINING YOUR VERSION OF NASCAR2

There are currently three versions of NASCAR 2. Please make sure you are
using the correct patch for the version of NASCAR Racing 2 installed on your
system.

If you have version 1.00 then you need the patch N2PAT0.EXE
If you have version 1.01 then you need the patch N2PAT1.EXE
If you have version 1.02 as applied by the previous patch then you need the
patch N2PAT2.EXE

There are four different ways to determine the version number that you have.

1.  Look at the inside ring of the CD for the s-ring number.  In the silver
ring around the middle of the CD, you will find a number that begins with the
letter S.

If your number is s553430, you have version 1.00.
If your number is s553431, you have version 1.01.

2.  While in Windows 95, insert the NASCAR Racing 2 CD into your drive. 2.
When the Autoplay screen comes on, click on the Install button.  When the
Sierra Installation screen comes on, Right Click anywhere on that screen.
The version of the file SETUP.EXE will appear.  If SETUP.EXE is 3.2.2.0, you
have version 1.00 of NASCAR Racing 2. If SETUP.EXE is 3.2.2.1, you have
version 1.01 of NASCAR Racing 2.

3.  Insert the CD into your CD ROM drive.  Go to a DOS prompt and type D:\
<Enter> where D: is your CD ROM drive letter.  Type DIR and press <Enter>.
Look for the SETUP.EXE file and check the date to the right.

If you have version 1.00, the date will be 11/6/96.
If you have version 1.01, the date will be 11/27/96.

4. If you installed the previous NASCAR 2 patch then you currently have
version 1.02.


D.  PATCH INSTALLATION

NOTE: This patch should only be used on a Complete Installation of NASCAR
Racing 2.

1. Switch to the directory where the patch is located.

2. Type the name of the patch file and press <Enter>. This will extract 7
files, one of which will be README.BAT.

3. Type README and press <Enter> for further instructions (the instructions
will be different depending on which patch you are applying).


E. PATCH INSTALLATION PROBLEMS AND QUESTIONS

Problem: "Error ept0015: Old File does not exist" and the previous line reads
Applying MODIFY File Patch for NASCAR2.EXE.

Solution: This indicates that the patch is not running from the \NASCAR2
directory.  Please copy the patch files into the directory that contains the
NASCAR2.EXE file.

Problem: "Error ept0015: Old File does not exist" and the previous line reads
Applying MODIFY File Patch for ATLANTA.DAT.

Solution: This indicates that the incorrect patch is being applied or the
minimum install of NASCAR2 is being used instead of the complete
installation.  In either situation, the new features such as the SAVE GAME
will have been completed, while the specific track updates for Atlanta,
Ncharlotte, and Bristol have not.  If you are using the minimum installation
then reinstall NASCAR2 using the complete installation then reinstall the
patch.  If you are already using the complete installation then obtain and
try applying the other version of the NASCAR2 patch.

Problem: "Error ept0036: Old file not found. However a file of the same name
was found. No update done since the file contents do not match."  The
previous line reads Applying MODIFY File Patch for ATLANTA.DAT.

Solution: This indicates that the incorrect version of the patch is being
applied.  The new features such as the SAVE GAME will have been completed,
while the specific track updates for Atlanta, Ncharlotte, and Bristol have
not.  If this still doesn't help, then obtain and try applying the other
version of the NASCAR2 patch.

Problem: "Error ept0036: Old file not found. However a file of the same name
was found. No update done since the file contents do not match."  The
previous line reads Applying MODIFY File Patch for ATLANTA.TXT.

Solution: This indicates that the ATLANTA.TXT file has been previously edited
either manually or automatically by an unsupported NASCAR2 utility. Try
restoring the original ATLANTA.TXT file from the NASCAR2 CD.  Go to Windows
Explorer and copy the ATLANTA.TXT file from \TRACKS\ATLANTA\ on the CD and
paste it to \NASCAR2\TRACKS\ATLANTA\ on your hard disk.  Choose æYesÆ to
overwrite the existing file, then reapply the patch.

Problem: "Error ept0036: Old file not found. However a file of the same name
was found. No update done since the file contents do not match."  The
previous line reads Applying MODIFY File Patch for NASCAR2.EXE.

Solution: This indicates that the incorrect version of the patch is being
applied or you are NOT running the patch from the \NASCAR2 directory.  Please
see Section C for installation instructions.

Question: My computer has the complete installation of NASCAR2 and I am using
the proper version of the patch, however the patch still won't install.  What
can I do?

Answer: The patch installation may not work properly if you have previously
installed any utilities that are not supported by Sierra.  We recommend that
you delete and reinstall NASCAR2 before applying the patch.



SECTION 6 - WINDOWS 95 BOOT DISK INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please read the entire instructions prior to starting.

STEP 1 - FORMATTING THE DISK
To make a boot disk, you must system format a high density diskette in the A:
drive. This procedure will transfer the system files to the disk and allow
the computer to boot up correctly. The disk must be in the A: drive; the
computer will not boot from the B: drive.

To format a disk in Windows 95, insert the disk, open My Computer, then
right click on the A: icon. From the menu, select Format. Under Format type
select Full; under Other options, choose Copy system files. Click on Start.

After the disk is formatted, you must copy the MSDOS.SYS file from the hard
drive to the floppy disk. To do this, leave the floppy disk in the drive,
open Windows Explorer and find the MS-DOS.SYS file in the root of the C:
drive. Right click on the file, then select Send to from the pop-up menu.
Send the file to the A: drive.

NOTE: If you don't see the MSDOS.SYS file in Explorer, the file is hidden. To
make the file visible, select View, Options, then Show all files. If you do
not wish the hidden files to remain visible, you can hide them again after
you've made the boot disk by choosing View, Options, Hide files of this type.

When this has been completed, leave the disk in the drive and restart the
computer by clicking on Start, Shut Down, Restart the Computer.  When Windows
95 is restarted, start NASCAR Racing 2.  If the CD-ROM and/or the sound card
does not work then it/they may not be completely supported by the Windows 95.
You should try making a DOS mode Boot disk and running the game via DOS.

STEP 8 - REBOOT THE COMPUTER AND START THE GAME

Leave the disk in the drive and restart the computer by clicking on Start,
Shut Down, and then Restart the Computer.  Once the computer has rebooted off
the boot disk, Click Start, Programs, Sierra, and then NASCAR Racing 2.


SECTION 7 - DOS BOOT DISK INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please read the entire instructions prior to starting at Step
1.

STEP 1 - FORMATTING THE DISK
To make a boot disk, you must system format a high density diskette in the A:
drive. This procedure will transfer the system files to the disk and allow
the computer to boot up correctly. The disk must be in the A: drive; the
computer will not boot from the B: drive. At a DOS prompt, type the FORMAT
command as follows:

FORMAT A: /S <ENTER>

If you get a Bad command or file name error message, type:

PATH=C:\DOS <ENTER>

Then retype the FORMAT command above.  If you receive the error again, the
MS-DOS FORMAT command may not be on your system, or it may have been renamed.
Programs such as PC Tools and Norton Disk Utilities sometimes rename the
FORMAT command to prevent accidental loss of data.  If you are using a
program of this type, check your documentation to find out how to format a
SYSTEM DISK, then proceed to Step 2.

STEP 2 - LOCATING THE MOUSE DRIVER
You must load a mouse driver into memory or NASCAR 2 will not run. There are
two kinds of mouse drivers available: those that load in the CONFIG.SYS file
and those that load in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file. CONFIG.SYS mouse drivers have
an extension of .SYS (MOUSE.SYS) and AUTOEXEC.BAT drivers have either a .COM
or .EXE extension (MOUSE.COM, MOUSE.EXE). You must load at least one of these
drivers, but it is not necessary to load them all.

If you do not know where the mouse drivers are located on your system, the
command below should help you locate them. Type the following at the C:\
prompt:

DIR MOUSE* /S <ENTER>

This command will cause the system to search all subdirectories for a file
called MOUSE. If the system locates a MOUSE file, it will display the path
where the file is located. For example, if the MOUSE.COM file is located in a
C:\MOUSE directory, the system will display:

Directory of C:\MOUSE
    MOUSE.SYS        55160     03-10-92    3:10a
    MOUSE.COM        56408    03-10-03    6:00a

If this procedure does not locate a MOUSE file, your mouse driver may have a
different name; some common names for mouse drivers are IMOUSE, GMOUSE and
HPMOUSE. Your should check your mouse documentation for the exact file names
and how to install them.

Once you have located the mouse driver, you must copy it to the boot disk.
The following example assumes that the mouse drivers are located in the
C:\MOUSE directory as shown above. To copy the MOUSE files to the boot disk,
type:

COPY C:\MOUSE\MOUSE.* A: <ENTER>

Substitute the appropriate path and file names for your mouse drivers in the
command above. After you press <Enter>, you should see a message indicating
that some files were copied.

STEP 3 - LOCATING THE CD ROM DEVICE DRIVER
The CD ROM drive requires a device driver loaded in the CONFIG.SYS file.
This driver must be loaded correctly or you will be unable to access your CD
ROM drive. To make sure that the device driver loads correctly on the boot
disk, look at the CONFIG.SYS on the hard drive and copy the driver line from
there. To display the CONFIG.SYS, type the following at a DOS prompt:

TYPE C:\CONFIG.SYS | MORE <ENTER> ***The | is typed by holding down <Shift>
and pressing the  \  key.

The CONFIG.SYS file will display on the screen. Look for the line that loads
the CD ROM device driver. The line should look something like this:

DEVICE=C:\DRV\CD-ROMDRV.SYS /D:MSCD001 /P:220
DEVICEHIGH=C:\DRV\CD-ROMDRV.SYS /D:MSCD001 /P:220
DEVICEHIGH /L:14652 =C:\DRV\CD-ROMDRV.SYS /D:MSCD001 /P:220

The device driver in your CONFIG.SYS may differ slightly from those listed
above. Carefully write down the line for use in your boot disk. If you have a
SCSI CD ROM drive, there may be an additional driver in your CONFIG.SYS that
must be loaded for the CD ROM device drivers to load correctly. For any
questions about your CD ROM driver, check your CD ROM drive documentation or
with your system manufacturer.

To exit the CONFIG.SYS, press the <ALT>, <F>, then <X> keys.

STEP 4 - LOCATING THE MSCDEX CD ROM EXTENSION
In addition to the CD ROM device driver in the CONFIG.SYS, your CD ROM drive
requires MSCDEX, the Microsoft extension for CD ROM drives. If this extension
is not loaded correctly in the AUTOEXEC.BAT, you will be unable to access
your CD ROM drive. To display the AUTOEXEC.BAT, type the following at a DOS
prompt:

TYPE C:\AUTOEXEC.BAT | MORE <Enter>

The AUTOEXEC.BAT file will display on the screen. Look for the line that
loads MSCDEX. It should look something like this:

C:\DOS\MSCDEX /D:MSCD001
LH C:\DOS\MSCDEX /D:MSCD001
LOADHIGH /L:14429 C:\DOS\MSCDEX /D:MSCD001

The MSCDEX line in your AUTOEXEC.BAT may differ slightly from the ones above.
Carefully write down the line for use in your boot disk.  To exit the
AUTOEXEC.BAT, press the <ALT>, <F>, then <X> keys.

STEP 5 - LOCATING THE SOUND CARD DRIVERS
Many sound cards have drivers or initialization lines that must be loaded in
the AUTOEXEC.BAT or CONFIG.SYS.  At the end of these Boot Disk Instructions,
you will find a section labeled Sound Cards. These tables contain the sound
card lines for many common sound cards. Check to see if your sound card is on
the list. If it is, you will need to add the appropriate lines to the
AUTOEXEC.BAT and/or CONFIG.SYS on your boot disk. If your sound card is not
listed, you should check your documentation for information on what needs to
load in the AUTOEXEC.BAT and CONFIG.SYS.

STEP 6 - CREATING THE CONFIG.SYS FILE
To create the CONFIG.SYS file on the boot disk, type the following at a DOS
prompt:

A: <ENTER>
CD\ <ENTER>
EDIT CONFIG.SYS <ENTER>

This will display the blank (usually blue) screen of the DOS Editor. Enter
the following lines:

DEVICE=C:\WINDOWS\HIMEM.SYS
DOS=HIGH,UMB
FILES=30
BUFFERS=20

If youÆre using MOUSE.SYS to load your mouse, add the following line:

DEVICE=A:\MOUSE.SYS

Now add the CD ROM device driver as you wrote it down in the Locating the CD
ROM Device Driver section above. The device driver should look something
like this:

DEVICE=C:\DRV\CD-ROMDRV.SYS /D:MSCD001 /P:220

If you need to load any sound card drivers, copy them from the Sound Cards
section now.  When done, save the file by pressing <ALT>, <F>, then <S>. Exit
the file by pressing <ALT>, <F>, then <X>.

STEP 7 - CREATING THE AUTOEXEC.BAT FILE
To create the AUTOEXEC.BAT file on the boot disk, type the following at a DOS
prompt:

A: <ENTER>
CD\ <ENTER>
EDIT AUTOEXEC.BAT <ENTER>

This will display the blank (usually blue) screen of the DOS Editor. Type the
following lines:

@ECHO OFF
C:\
SET COMSPEC=C:\COMMAND.COM
PROMPT SIERRA BOOT DISK $_$P$G
PATH=C:\;C:\DOS;C:\SIERRA
C:\DOS\SMARTDRV

If you are using the MOUSE.COM or MOUSE.EXE file to load your mouse, add the
appropriate line:

A:\MOUSE.COM

Now add the MSCDEX line as you write it down in the Locating the MSCDEX CD
ROM Extension section. For example:

C:\DOS\MSCDEX /D:MSCD001

If you need to run any sound card initialization programs or load any drivers,
copy them from the Sound Cards section now. The following example lines are
for the Sound Blaster 16:

SET BLASTER=A220 I5 D1 H5 T6
SET SOUND=C:\SB16
SET MIDI=SYNTH:1 MAP:E
C:\SB16\SB16SET /M:220 /VOC:220 /CD:220 /MIDI:220 /LINE:220
C:\SB16\DIAGNOSE /S

Save the file by pressing <ALT>, <F>, then <S>. Exit the file by pressing
<ALT>, <F>, then <X>.

STEP 8 - REBOOT THE SYSTEM AND START THE GAME
Reboot your system by pressing the <RESET> button on your computer or by
using the <CTRL> <ALT> <DELETE> key sequence on your keyboard. Start the game
by typing the following at the C:> prompt:

CD\NASCAR2 <ENTER>
N2 <ENTER>

If you have NASCAR 2 loaded in Windows 95 then at the C: prompt type
CD\SIERRA\NASCAR2 <ENTER>.   Then type N2 <ENTER>.

SECTION 8:  CONTACTING SIERRA FOR FURTHER ASSISTANCE

Sierra On-Line has a full library of help documents available
electronically.  You can download them from the following sources:

* America On-Line: Use keyword SIERRA and choose "Software
  Libraries", then "Troubleshooting Guides & FAQ's"
* CompuServe: Use go SIERRA, choose "The Sierra On-Line
  Forum", then search the "Help Documents" library.
* Go to our home page on the World Wide Web  at
  http://www.sierra.com and follow the on-screen information.

Additionally, you can get your document via our automated faxback
service.  Call [phone], choose to use the automated technical
support system and follow the voice instructions provided.  You will be
faxed a catalog of all of the documents that we have to offer and you
will then be able to get the documents you need.  If you prefer, you can
also fax us at [phone] with your document request.

If you prefer to get assistance from a technician, Sierra Technical
Support will be happy to assist you.  All of the online services listed
above are staffed by Sierra technicians.  Additionally, you can send e-
mail to [e-mail].

Additionally, a Sierra Technical Support, Support Request Form has
been enclosed in case you wish to contact us via fax or U.S. mail.
Simply fill it out and return it to us.  Our fax number is [phone]
and our mailing address is:

Sierra On-Line Technical Support
PO Box 85006
Bellevue, WA  98015-8506

For phone assistance, you can reach Sierra Technical Support at (425)
644-4343 between 8:00 am and 4:45 pm, Monday through Friday.
Please have the game installed and be at your system when you call.

If you are in Europe, please contact our office in England. The Customer
Support number is [phone], between
9:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.   The fax number is
[phone].  Customer Service can also be reached at the
following address:

Sierra On-Line Limited
2 Beacontree Plaza
Gillette Way
Reading, Berkshire
RG2 OBS United Kingdom


SIERRA ON-LINE TECHNICAL SUPPORT REQUEST FORM (for Macintosh Computers)

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Name :

Full Mailing Address :

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Email Address:


Name/Description of Program:


Description of Problem  (Please be as specific an detailed as possible. Again,
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Model of Macintosh :


Operating System (System 7.0, 7.1, etc):



CPU Type (68030, 68040, PPC 601, PPC 603, etc):


CPU Speed (66mhz, 100mhz, etc):


Total RAM installed in the system in MB:


Total Hard Drive Space in MB:


Free hard drive space after installing the program (in MB):


CD ROM Brand (circle):
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CD ROM Model:

CD ROM Speed (2X, 4X, etc):

Screen/Monitor  resolution you are using currently (circle)
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Other:*

Number of colors you are currently using (circle)
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Thousands (High Color)*
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*NOTE: If you are using a resolution greater than 640 by 480, and/or a color depth
higher than 256 colors, we generally recommend using 640 by 480 display with 256
colors for most games.

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Please use the space below to list/describe any other components or information
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Please check any steps below which you have tried:


Booting with minimal or no extensions
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