Hey everyone! I'm currently helping a scoring stage establish a network setup, and I've run into a challenge. The systems are all new with Windows 11, but the audio console we need to integrate requires a MIDI connection to save settings and control automation. Unfortunately, this system can only run on Win98/DOS, and I've tried using various Windows versions—10, 7, XP, and even 2000, but none seem to work well. I'm considering whether to isolate these older systems completely or try rewriting the software since I'm comfortable with C++. The tricky part is that they need remote access to the automation system via RDP, which I don't think is possible since RDP started with NT. Anyone got tips on the best way to manage this?
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If the software is 8 or 16-bit, it might not even run on modern CPUs. XP had a compatibility mode for running apps in 98 mode. You could try an XP virtual machine configured to emulate x86.
Forget about RDP unless you run the Win98 system in a VM. VNC is your best bet here. By the way, I admire your diverse talents in both music and tech. That's quite the combo!
Have you tried running the software in compatibility mode on Win11? I can run old applications going back to Win95 this way, and it might just do the trick for your setup.
I'd suggest using an IP KVM for remote access. This way, the system can remain isolated while allowing authorized users to access it remotely. This could be a solid solution for your MIDI setup without needing to compromise its original integrity.
You could try using DOSBox or VMware Workstation/VirtualBox to create a virtual machine that runs DOS/Win98 inside your Windows 11 setup. That might make things easier.
Consider putting it on a hypervisor like Hyper-V. You could then access the Win98 console through Remote Desktop to the hypervisor system, which might be a more stable solution.
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