Windows XP
Windows XP help and discussions.
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ChooseColor Dialog - Can Only Enter 2 Digits, Not 3 This bug has something to do with font sizes, display settings and XP not being "DPI Aware". To fix this, simply modify the COMDLG32.DLL file by increasing the input box size. This modification does not cause any problems at all. It is perfectly safe. Instructions: 1. Download "Resource Hacker" and install it: http://www.angusj.com/resourcehacker/ 2. Backup the original. Open the Run box and enter: xcopy C:\WINDOWS\system32\COMDLG32.DLL C:\WINDOWS\system32\COMDLG32.DLL.bak 3. Run "Resource Hacker" and open: C:\WINDOWS\system32\COMDLG32.DLL 4. Expand "Dialog". 5. Expan…
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winlogon.exe consumes 50% CPU after XP Pro SP3 update 1 2
by Guest Dale Chamberlain- 26 replies
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After updating my Windows XP Pro machine from SP2 to SP3, I have run into a problem where winlogon.exe is consuming 50% CPU on an AMD dual core processor machine. Normal windows shutdown does not work. I am forced to hold down on the power button to shut down the computer. Any one else experiencing this problem? Any thoughts as to what is causing it (besides the SP3 update)?
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Navigating between applications in XP
by Guest Chris Buxton- 2 replies
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I have an unusual problem that I haven't experienced before. I am unable to switch between application in Windows XP. If I have 2 instances of internet explorer open I am able to switch between them by clicking on the task bar or using ALT+TAB. This is the same for any program that I have 2 or more instances open for. The problem is when for example I have internet explorer open and notepad. I am unable to switch between the 2 applications using ALT+TAB or by clicking on the relevant programs box in the task bar. Has anyone else experienced this and does anyone know what is causing it? I hav done a full virus scan using the latest AVG with all updates …
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Error 1720
by Guest Error 1720- 1 reply
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I tried to install the Blackberry Tools Manager V4.3 CD in my computer and after running for several minutes, its shows "error 1720" which does not allow me to install. The message continues by stating "There is a problem with this windows installer pakage. A script required for this install to complete could not be run. Contact your support personel or package vendor. Custom Action RIM_install optional Tadminfiles script error-21473 19779,:line 8 column 1. I contacted Blackberry and had them help me with this issue. After several suggested downloads (from Blackberry), the problem has not been rectified. Verizon Wireless and Blackberry suggested that I con…
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Target Tab missing
by Guest pajudd- 4 replies
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I would like to change the location of the My Documents folder to a non-system partition (obviously!) However, there is no Target Tab in the (right click) properties for any of my folders. How can I turn Target back on? (Or some other way of moving My Documents?) Thank you, Peter
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microsoft.net\primary interop assemblies folder opens upon startup
by Guest eatonjr907- 10 replies
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When my computer boots up, this folder now appears on the screen when windows loads up.This just started within the past day or so. Ran virus scan, did not detect anything. Ran spyware, did not detect anything.
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XP Home lost user accounts
by Guest Dave- 2 replies
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I have an XP Home system that uses fast user switching. i have reloaded and all has worked well for about a year but, now once again i have no user names listed on the welcome screen and cannot login. HELP! dave
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Cant update Key for Windows
by Guest Mart- 1 reply
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Unfortunately I had to restart my computer due to an infestation of malware that tried to convince me that there were virus' in my computer to try and get me to buy some awfully low-quality virus checking program. Now i've started my computer i can't regenerate a registration key for XP Home Ed. I have the orginal key on the disk box, however when i ring the automated phone number they just tell me nothing can be done and i'm definately not paying £46 to ring the help-line. Anyone know what I can do... i'm really stuck and only have 29 days left to register! ARGH! Why is it so complicated and restrictive even though i bought this product outright. I shou…
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winXP cannot start audio device, code 10
by Guest Bob I- 2 replies
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Look for ntbtlog.txt in the windows folder. Cornelis Koger wrote: > Machine: MSI K9VGM-V with AMD Athlon 64x2, 2,6 Ghz. > O/S: WinXP-pro SP2 > > This machine had the nasty habit to shutdown the power supply when the CPU > temp neared 60C/150F. It caused all sorts of temporary files to be corrupted > and cross linked, which were subsequently removed/truncated at the next > boot. > After one such occasion the on-board Realtek hi-def audio went mute. > > Enable/disable, remove and re-install does not help. All the drivers are > there, but the hardware manager says "code 10" this device cannot start. > > Last kno…
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Help, I need to trial windows xp on my mac
by Guest Vissimo- 5 replies
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Hello, I wonder if you can help. I just bought a Mac and downloaded a trial version of parallels to run windows XP. However its asking for an XP product key which I do not have. I do not want to buy Windows yet until I know it works, so I need a trial key. I have searched the website for this, does anyone know how I can get this/ Thanks very much.
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Task manager-definitions
by Guest didee58- 7 replies
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Is there a site where I can find out what all the Image names mean-I know what alot of them are just by deduction but some "no clue". Alos is there a reason I have 4 srchost-2 say system,2-say network service? Can some of the programs running that are not system be turned off to make for faster speed. And if you do where do they go it you need them again. I know some of you must think,dummy, but if you don't ask you don't know. Thanks didee58
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print screen key
by Guest Mindy- 4 replies
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I'm trying to make a copy of the screen but I have tried hitting the print screen key and ALT + print screen but nothing works. Any suggestions?
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Slow internet
by Guest Korea92- 15 replies
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recently my internet connection has been getting slow.. whenever im watching a youtube video.. or some other streaming site. there is always a pause every 3 seconds, because the video wont load. also whenever i play games.. i usually have high latency. any way to fix this? thanks :P btw i use a router.. and i tried to connect modem to computer directly, but there is no connection. + my 2nd computer is down so it isnt using any internet. btw btw i have comcast :)
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How to back up and restore MSN accounts
by Guest Martin C- 1 reply
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I am planning on starting a new PC build and will be re-installing XP Home from scratch - it was starting to get a bit clogged and slow. I am fairly sure how to backup all the things I need, but I was not sure what to do about my kid's MSN accounts. What do I need to backup so that I can restore everthing once I have installed the latest MSN Messenger on the new machine. Thanks. Martin
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Some sites seem to be blocked without my knowing
by Guest Herbert Chan- 4 replies
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Hello, Recently, I notice that some sites seem to be blocked without my intending to do it. I use yahoo mail. There are some advertisements on the page. Since recently, sometimes some of the advertisements cannot be shown, and its place is taken by the "Cannot show the webpage" error page. Then there is the website hk.match.com. I noticed that I cannnot reach it. However, if I try using a webproxy such as http://go.pinkyorange.net/nph-proxy.pl, hk.match.com can be reached. So the website is not down. It is instead without my knowing, somewhere in the setting some of the websites, which includes hk.match.com, are blocked. How can I go about …
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nuther networking question or 2
by Guest mcnews- 8 replies
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1) what's the simplest way to setup a small ad hoc hard-wired network? use a hub switch and setup a workgroup? 2) what if microsoft networking is blocked or disabled (workgroups are not visible) and i can't ping to any of the connected machines? tia, mcnewsxp
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Lost my Windows XP Home Edition Product Key. HELP!!!
by Guest *HANNA*- 18 replies
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Hi, I have the cd but I seem to have lost my windows product key, I think I threw it away. I need to reformat my laptop since it was having problems and now I can't since I don't have my product key. Pleaseeeee can anyone help me??? I really need it because I need to use my laptop for school. Thanks!
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transferring files
by Guest Ronald E. Foltz- 3 replies
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not sure i'm in the correct group but here's my question. . .are there programs that can transfer files from the hard drive on one computer to the hard drive on another computer. . .thanks for any info -- Life is a treasure; spend it wisely
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Install won't recognize product key
by Guest Trayon5- 16 replies
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I'm doing a clean re-install XPpro SP2 but set-up says my prod key is invalid. I have the cd and prod key sticker but no luck. Obviously XP was valid just a couple of days ago. HP workstation xw8000
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SP3
by Guest oacaac05- 8 replies
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I got a message at login that the was now available so I downloaded, forgetting that I already had the automatic update scheduler. Now when I boot up, I get 2 message boxes. The first one reads: The procedure entry point apsSearchInterface could not be located in the dynamic link library wlanapi.dll. The second one reads the same, substituting apsGetReady for apsSearchInterface. I don't know what this means, nor how to fix it. I would greatly appreciate any help offered. Thank you.
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lost adress bar
by Guest nicole- 3 replies
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my computer recently installed the windows service pack 3 and since then i have lost my address box on the toolbar at the bottom of my screen. does anyone know how i can get it back ? i right click on the toolbar and it is not even in the options to add????help! -- niki
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code for creating notepad in vc++
by Guest Maheshwari- 3 replies
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i am new to vc.i need Source code for creating notepad in vc++.
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Partition Software
by Guest Eric- 4 replies
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Hi all, I am looking for a software that can create/split/merge, and do other partition tasks. I have heard of Acronis Disk Director Suite 10.0. Is it a powerful software with a friendly interface? What are its main features and uses? Also is it bootable like from a dvd? Any reponse is greatly appreciated. Regards, Eric
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MPEG vidoe not playing
by Guest John- 3 replies
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Hi One PC has stopped playing mpeg video, it only plays sound. Media Player 9 says 'getting codec' then says 'codec download failed' and then starts playing audio. Upgraded to WM 11, still only audio. QT also does not work. I tried playing on another PC and it worked, did not check the WM version, whatever comes with Win XP on a new Dell PC. What is the problem and how can I fix it? Thanks Regards
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Fixing XP
by Guest riclee- 6 replies
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I need to repair xp.But when i try to it ask me to type in admin password?? I dont know what it is. Please help