Windows 98 build 1546

Windows 98 build 1546 is the official Beta 2 release of Windows 98, which is available in the English, Simplified Chinese, and German languages. A Spanish version was shown in a magazine scan, but as of 2023 it remains unleaked. A French version was also reportedly known to exist according to some BBS forum post, but it also remains unleaked.

Changes

 * Introduced a new boot screen which is branded Windows 98 Beta 2.
 * Renamed some of the remaining Memphis references to Windows 98, including the start menu banner. The start menu banner however will be later renamed to Memphis in the next build.
 * Welcome to Windows 98 now automatically opens on the first boot, unlike in build 1544, but it still contains Memphis references.

Installation

 * It is recommended to use a serial mouse in 86Box, as PS/2 mice do not work beginning with the final stage of setup.
 * Also, it is recommended to not use "Realtek RTL8029AS" as network adapter, as it may prevent Windows from booting.