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Enter the Oceanarium, an underwater museum, and investigate the last unexplored frontier on Earth — the ocean. Of all the planets in our solar system, only Earth has a vast supply of the unique, life-sustaining ingredient — water. Experiential exhibits show you how the sun, Earth, moon, and oceans connect to form a complex system of atmosphere and weather. Explore the breadth of undersea activity and the issues that challenge aquatic life's delicate balance.


Frequently Asked Questions
 
WINDOWS USERS

Is there anything I should consider before installing?

Will "Ocean Planet" run on a 386sx?

Is "Ocean Planet" compatible with Windows 95?

What should I do about the system hanging during the installation of QuickTime?

How do I resolve runtime errors?

 
MACINTOSH USERS

How do I resolve the error: "Too many colors"?

What do I do about the system hanging while running "Ocean Planet"?



WINDOWS USERS

 
Q: Is there anything I should consider before installing?

A: Yes, follow these steps:
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  • Check the system requirements listed on the software package. Ocean Planet will not run properly if your system does not meet the requirements.
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  • Review the README.TXT.
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  • Run Scandisk and Disk Defragmenter before installing any software.

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    Q: Will "Ocean Planet" run on a 386sx?

    A: Yes, Ocean Planet will run on a 386sx.

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    Q: Is "Ocean Planet" compatible with Windows 95?

    A: Yes, Ocean Planet in compatible with Windows 95.

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    Q: What should I do about the system hanging during the installation of QuickTime?

    A: To avoid having the system hang:
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  • On an Acer PC, disable the Desktop program that is pre-installed.
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  • On other computers, disable programs that are running in the background.

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    Q: How do I resolve runtime errors?

    A: Reinstall Video for Windows from the CD.

    If that doesn't work, run Scandisk and Disk Defragmenter. In Windows 95: Select Start\ Programs\ Accessories\ Systems Tools.

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    MACINTOSH USERS
     
    Q: How do I resolve the error: "Too many colors"?

    A: You need to adjust your monitor display to 256 colors:
    Select the Apple\ Control Panels\ Monitors\ 256 colors.

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    Q: What do I do about the system hanging while running "Ocean Planet"?

    A: There are several solutions available:
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  • Turn off all extensions in the Extension Manager except Apple CD-ROM, QuickTime, QuickTime PowerPlug, Sound Manager and the SCSI manager (if your computer has a SCSI).
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  • Turn off the ScreenSaver.
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  • Turn off RAM doubler.

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    System Requirements
    MPC
    386-16 MHz or higher
    Microsoft Windows version 3.1 or later
    4MB of RAM
    Double-speed CD-ROM drive
    Color monitor with at least 256 colors
    Windows Compatible sound card
    Mouse

    Macintosh
    Macintosh Performa, Centris, Quadra or PowerMac series computer
    System 7.0 or later
    Double-speed CD-ROM drive
    4MB of RAM (8MB recommended)
    Color monitor with at least 256 colors
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