    AST RESEARCH, INC.        TECHNICAL BULLETIN # 1695          04/01/97

    TITLE:  Windows NT 4.0 and SideWinder Joystick

    ISSUE

       The Microsoft SideWinder joystick will not configure properly
       under Windows NT 4.0 on some systems. When attempting to
       configure it, the joystick fails to respond or Windows NT 4.0
       reports the following error:

           The joystick is not connected properly.

       This issue is more prevalent on systems with on-board sound and
       game ports.

    BACKGROUND

       Windows NT 4.0 does not support all sound devices and game ports.

    ACTION

       Consult the Hardware Compatibility List for Windows NT 4.0 at the
       following address:

                http://www.windows.com/ntserversupport/

       Select the Windows NT Hardware Compatibility Tools for
       instructions on accessing the list.

    NOTES

       N/A

    TAN 002100CH

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