Use High Memory for DOS Drivers (Windows ME, 95, 98) :
This setting causes Windows to load the local DOS devices into high memory and freeing up more low memory for DOS applications.
Open your SYSTEM.INI and add the line:
LocalLoadHigh=1
Under the [386Enh] section.
Registry Settings
Value Name: LocalLoadHigh
Value Data: 1
Disclaimer: Modifying the registry can cause serious problems that may require you to reinstall your operating system. We cannot guarantee that problems resulting from modifications to the registry can be solved. Use the information provided at your own risk.