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How can I enable EGA graphics in Windows 3.0 on an 8086?
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I'm currently resurrecting an ancient Amstrad 5086, containing an 8MHz Intel 8086 cpu, the classic 640kB of ram, Windows 3.0 and EGA graphics. Unfortunately, I only seem to be able to run Windows with the CGA-Monochrome driver, as far as I can find out the colour drivers need at least a 286. I hope…
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Wow, glutton for punishment eh? :) Are you sure there is an EGA or better video card in there? CGA isn't "monochrome", it's 4-colour. There was never a 286 requirement for EGA that I'm aware of (it's been a while though :) ). You just need to ensure…
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