Windows XP
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Hard drive activity control
by Guest Maurice- 1 reply
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Have an XP pro machine and will be adding two extra IDE drives. Is there some feature that would allow me to control stand by and shut down times for each drive? If not is there some app that would allow control ? I also have a desktop with vista ultimate and pose the same question. Advice sought
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Can't kill a disconnected network drive
by Guest boe- 1 reply
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I have a client who takes her laptop from office to office. She runs a batch file to connect network drives. When she goes to the next office, she runs a batch with all the drive letters net use j: /delete etc. If you look after running the batch file - it still shows the diconnected drives. If you run a line manually to delete the drive it returns - The network connection could not be found. You can't right click to kill the drive. What should I run at the command prompt to complete eliminate the previously mapped drive? Thanks
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Install XP--C-drive switched?
by Guest wtw- 8 replies
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I just installed XP with a new 320G IDE drive. I put in the master position, I think, at the end of the cable. I had a second drive in the machine. I apparently the latter was named audio/video. I now see the old drive is C and the new drive (local) is F. What happened? How do I correct this without re-installing. I recall one odd moment when I was install when it asked something about formating the new drive. It said something about partitioning it, which I think I rejected. However, I was puzzled by a list that showed audio/video, not realizing this was the name I had given to the second drive. As far as I can tell, all is OK on both drives. I was …
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Monitor Power OFF
by Guest Kusuma K- 0 replies
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> Hi, > > I have used the below link and tested in test Environment for monitor > Poweroff > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/915160 > > It worked well in test environment. > > But when we deployed in Production.It is not working. > > Could you please let me know what might be the issue > > Thanks for your help....
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Monitor Power Off
by Guest Kusuma K- 0 replies
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> Hi, > > I have used the below link and tested in test Environment for monitor > Poweroff > > http://support.microsoft.com/kb/915160 > > It worked well in test environment. > > But when we deployed in Production.It is not working. > > Could you please let me know what might be the issue > > Thanks for your help....
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.net, sp3 and windows installer
by Guest compscotty- 1 reply
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i have an application that i would like to run but i was told i need to several things to make it run. i will try to keep this as simple as possible... -- i have windows service pack 3 installed. -- i tried to install .NET Framework 2.0 but it says i need the Windows Installer 3.0. -- i try to install Windows Installer 3.0 but it says i have Service Pack 3 and i dont need to install it. what can i do??
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Change user folder name in D&S
by Guest Bob- 3 replies
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Hi, I had a typo when setting up users in XP Pro SP3 and now the one user name in Documents & Settings is incorrect. I changed the username in Control Panels/Users and also using Regedit to change it under HLM/Software/Microsoft/WindowsNT/CurrentVersion. This all went fine but the user name on the Folder is D&S is still incorrect. Logon at startup is correct. Any ideas on where/how I can change this last remnant of my mistake would be appreciated. Thanks!
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Installing XP to replace Vista
by Guest Charleehorse- 7 replies
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I currently am running Vista on a laptop, but am having compatibility issues, and am generally not a fan of Vista. My questions are: 1. Am I able to install XP to replace Vista? If so, am I able to use a XP Upgrade disk (as this is essentially a downgrade!) or do I need the full version to change the OS. 2. I currently have a XP Upgrade disk which I used on an old desktop, which has since broken down (CPU is fried)--would I be able to use this disk again (assuming the answer to question 1 is yes)?
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Replacing Vista with XP Pro
by Guest Dennis- 7 replies
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Iim new to windows PC's and am unable to find a place on the MS website where I can get product info prior to purchasing. Any assist on a contact would be appreciated. I am contemplating the purchase of a new PC. The one I am interested in comes with Vista Home Premium; However, I need XP Pro. I wish to know: if I can replace Vista Home Premium with XP Pro, can I do so by simply purchasing a new copy of XP Pro and installing it over Vista. Will MS register the XP Pro OS on my new computer. If not, it looks like I will be limited to purchasing a used machine with XP Pro pre-installed on eBay.
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Will XP OEM be able to be moved to another PC AND activated?
by Guest OscarVogel- 8 replies
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I bought An OEM version of XP (sp2c) at a local electonics store. I want to install it on a laptop. If I ever replace this laptop, and want to install it on my next laptop, will I be able to get it activated? I know I would at least have to call MS's 800 number. I've done that before when I've moved XP &/or Office from one PC to another. But will this OEM version be treated any differently?
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New motherboard replacement
by Guest Man T- 7 replies
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XP SP3 Recently I got my motherboard faulty and replaced with another new motherboard. What would happen when I reboot the XP and what should I do to re-use my original harddisk with this XP SP3?
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e mail error
by Guest oldsmobile- 4 replies
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have outlook express and when i push receive/send button I get The message could not be sent because one of the recipients was rejected by the server. The rejected e-mail address was 'mailto:shirsimaki@stc.ca'. Subject 'Emailing: billys wedding 049', Account: 'pophm.sympatico.ca', Server: 'smtphm.sympatico.ca', Protocol: SMTP, Server Response: '501 5.5.4 Invalid Address', Port: 25, Secure(SSL): Yes, Server Error: 501, Error Number: 0x800CCC79 unable to delete message symbol of yellow triangle and message as above mentioned
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OT: A Software NG please.
by Guest rod- 8 replies
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Any suggestions for the best Software NG please? I have "Net Meter" which is fab, but I seek software to monitor dual computers on my network. Question was raised on the "Net Meter" forum in February with no replies. I need a software NG but there seems to be squillions. Thanks for your patience, and bonhomie.
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Advice needed
by Guest Anrey Terkin- 7 replies
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i need help on my download scam site the who is dns server is not working with my php database. can anyone help? you can email me directly or use this address Address: Truda 14-1 City: Saint-Petersburg State: Saint-Petersburg ZIP: 188934 Country: RU Phone: +7.9113234634 the site is http://www.quicksoftupdate.com thanks
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Vista or Bust? Moving to a New Machine
by Guest wtw- 12 replies
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I'm reconstructing my present 5 year old machine after a c-drive failure. I'm considering going to Vista rather than building a new machine with XP on it. I have a few concerns about this. I've been told that if I go Vista with a store bought machine, it is unlikely flushing the drive and installing XP will work. The machine I'm looking at as a replacement is an HP quad core with 6G of memory. I'm pretty sure that's a 64-bit machine. Should I be concerned about some of my older programs that were running a 5 year old ASUS MB? Office 97 and some non-MS apps.
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Error at startup
by Guest Dale- 7 replies
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Error at startup: a disk read error occured; press ctr/alt/delete to restart Upon restart, I checked the 'Event Viewer'. Event Type: Error Event Source: Disk Event Category: None Event ID: 7 Date: 9/16/2008 Time: 10:03:30 PM User: N/A Description: The device, \Device\Harddisk0\D, has a bad block Product: Windows Operating System ID: 7 Source: Disk Version: 5.2 Symbolic Name: IO_ERR_BAD_BLOCK Message: The device, %1, has a bad block. Explanation The device has a bad block of memory, which Windows attempted to read. The data might be missing or corrupted. User Action - If this event is…
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windows updates
by Guest Kyle- 9 replies
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I can not get my updates to work the page will not not register I don't know what I need to fix this?
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16 BIT APPLICATIONS FOX BASED
by Guest upk- 2 replies
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is there any threat to the 16 bit applications we are running on WINDOWS XP PRO -SP2 in near feature with any kind of updates/ auto updates micorosoft is pushing or if we install sp3
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blue screen
by Guest linda- 4 replies
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Will not advance past blue start up screen, thanks for any help. computer is hp pavilion,3.0 ghz.512 mb,60 gb hard drive. 4 years old,no previous problems. windows xp home edition 2002. verizon high speed internet, spysweeper in place.
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Profile appears in MyComp adv, but not in Userpasswords
by Guest spamlet- 0 replies
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Can someone explain to me (in pursuing my earlier 'user name assigned to new profile' problem) how it is that some profiles are clearly present, showing up in MyComputer/Properties/Advanced, and opening with ctrl alt delete, but they do not show up in (XPHome) in Control Panel User accounts, run: control Userpasswords, or Userpasswords2? This is all rather puzzling. I know I can arrange not to show a profile on the welcome screen, but do not see how it can disappear from Control panel and userpasswords. Explanation much appreciated. Cheers, S
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multiple I386 folders. Abnormal?
by Guest rsl18@sbcglobal.net- 4 replies
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The reply to a previous post did not fully answer my need for information. I am now guessing that it is normal for there to be multiple folders named SYSTEM32. "File Locator Pro" search reveals: C:\Documents and Settings\Lynn&Kathy\Desktop\seldom USED\EN-World\System32 2/28/2008: C:\Documents and Settings\Lynn&Kathy\My Documents\Cecil\Discharge 31 Dec 1959\I386\SYSTEM32 5/2/2008 C:\OP16Std\Prerequisite\System32 2/28/2008 C:\Program Files\pebuilder3110a\BartPE\I386\SYSTEM32 5/19/2008 C:\WINDOWS\system32 9/29/2008 Also, there are folders named "I386" in several locations. My concern is that there is no I386 at C:\Windows. I repeat that the…
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Envelope attachment not opening in Outlook
by Guest MOberdorf- 3 replies
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One of my computers on a 25 computer network refuses to open any attachments that have the icon of the small yellow envelope, the file inside that i am trying to open in an Adobe file. I have tried to open it using Adobe, and saving it and opening as Outlook Item through Outlook. Does any have any info regarding attachments not opening when the icon is the little envelope???
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Vista Registry Cleaner - As Every PC Deserves the Best! 1 2 3
by Guest voujnbwuotkd@yahoo.com- 71 replies
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One of the most common operating system that is used now a days is the Microsoft Windows Vista. It is the interface, which is the most enthralling part as it consists of a vivacious see-through window that has a pat of fine colour along with a brand new Start menu. However, what is important is to keep the system working efficiently and effectively. Windows Vista Registry Cleaner is one such service provider that is needed to maintain the operating system in good working conditions. A registry is nothing but a list of all the information about the details of software, hardware and preferences of the user along with all the settings details. Every time a new soft…
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I get an MMC error when I run Diskeeper Lite
by Guest RJ- 4 replies
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"MMC has detected an error in a snap in. It is recommended that you shut down and restart MMC." I didn't used to get this before. It probably has to do with the SP3 upgrade. Does anyone know how to get rid of this error message?
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PROBLEMS with virus riddled laptop FOLLOW-UP
by Guest Richard- 3 replies
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Well..... :-) 108 viruses and trojans removed from C: drive 3 more removed from external USB drive 4 more removed from USB memory stick 4 more (again) removed from another USB memory stick Tools->Folder Options... menu and task manager restored to working order. The laptop even connects to the internet now! Several incomplete pieces of software dis-installed, including the remnants of no less than 3 other antivirus/firewall programs! The only outstanding issue was the failure of double-clicking on Local Disk drives in My Computer to work. Tried two solutions to this problem (regsvr /i shell32, and http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm), …