Hi, Drubren,
You'll want to post back with the exact error message so that someone can
help you diagnose the problem.
It would also help to know where you got Office 97; if it came pre-installed
on an earlier system or if it was purchased off the shelf. Also, if it's an
upgrade version or not.
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Hope that helps,
Susan Ramlet
MVP - Office
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