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Remote Debugging AT&T System 3000 Multiprocessor Computers

Article ID: 145832

Article Last Modified on 11/1/2006


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SYMPTOMS

When you initiate remote debugging on an AT&T System 3000 multiprocessor computer running Windows NT 3.51 (AT&T version), the computer reboots after 2 to 3 minutes of processor inactivity.

RESOLUTION

To disable the rebooting feature, do the following:

WARNING: Using Registry Editor incorrectly can cause serious, system-wide problems that may require you to reinstall Windows NT to correct them. Microsoft cannot guarantee that any problems resulting from the use of Registry Editor can be solved. Use this tool at your own risk.
  1. Start Registry Editor (REGEDT32.EXE) and locate the following Registry subkey in the HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE subtree:

    \SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\HWM
  2. From the Edit menu, select Add Value.
  3. Enter the following:

    Value Name: WatchDogTimerPeriod
    Data Type: REG_DWORD
    String: 0
  4. Click OK and quit the Registry Editor.
  5. Shut down and restart Windows NT (AT&T version).
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