DLL Error
Ex: stop this type regsvr32 /u cabview.dll at the command prompt (Start/Run/CMD)
To reverse it type regsvr32 cabview.dll.
Delete a Service
In Services take note of the Service Name (not the display name). Then go to Start/Run/CMD
and type in: sc delete
Or: Go to Start/Run/Regedit and navigate to this key:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services
Locate the Service in the list. Delete it, reboot.
Dbx Folders
Error Message If the Folders.dbx File Is Missing or Damaged:
MSIMN caused an invalid page fault in module Msoe.dll
MSIMN caused an invalid page fault in module Directdb.dll
MSIMN caused an Invalid Page Fault in module Unknown
Msimn caused an exception C0000006h in module Directdb.dll
http://support.microsoft.com/support/kb/articles/q233/2/64.asp
Outlook Express Issues and Workarounds
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_oe.htm
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_o.htm
Defrag on Boot - Enable/Disable
A great new feature in Microsoft Windows XP is the ability to do a boot defragment. This places all boot files next to each other on the disk to allow for faster booting. By default this option is enabled but on some builds it is not so below is how to turn it on.
Start/Run/Regedit
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Dfrg\BootOptimizeFunction
Select Enable from the list on the right. Right on it and select Modify. Change the value to Y to enable and N to disable.
Reboot your computer.
Also see HKEY LOCAL MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SessionManager\Memory Management\PrefetchParameters and EnablePrefetcher = 1 application launch prefetching, 2 boot prefetching
add the numbers.
Also
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Dfrg\ "Enable"="Y" (Y = defrag will optimize for boot and app launch)
Delete - Can't Delete Files or Folders
Checkpoints/workarounds: Test the Delete after each suggestion.
1. Go to Start/Run/CMD and type in: RD /S [drive:] path
2. Open Notepad and save the (blank) file with the name of the undeletable file. Under save as, navigate to the file, delete.
3. Move the file into a new directory and then delete the directory.
4. Close all open apps. Open a command prompt (Start/Run/CMD) and navigate to the directory with the offending file(s). Then open the Task Manager and click on the Processes tab, select "explorer.exe" under Image Name. Click "End Process".
In the opened Command Prompt,
Note: Could also opt for: ATTRIB -H -R -S filename before the DEL.
5. Or you can use Process Explorer: http://www.sysinternals.com/ntw2k/freeware/procexp.shtml. Use the search function to find every handle that Explorer.Exe has open and close them (right-click on the file and choose 'close handle'). Then delete the file(s) in question.
NTFS: "Access Denied" Error Message When You Try to Delete a File
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB;EN-US;298345
Desktop.ini
Desktop.ini is used to tell Windows how to display a folder. For example, enabling Thumbnail view creates a desktop.ini file in that folder which amongst other things, tells Windows to add an extra item to the View menu for that folder. Desktop.ini files are also used when you customize folders, change their icons etc.
Device Drivers by Manufacturer
XP Support By Device & Manufacturer
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_device_drivers.htm
Devices - Show Hidden
Show All Hidden Devices in Device Manager. Devices that are installed but are not currently connected to the
computer (such as a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device or "ghosted" devices) are not normally displayed in Device Manager. This tweak causes all devices to be shown. Go to Start/Run/Regedit and navigate to:
Create a new String value, or modify the existing value, called 'DEVMGR_SHOW_NONPRESENT_DEVICES' and edit the value according to the settings below.
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager\Environment]
Value Name: DEVMGR_SHOW_NONPRESENT_DEVICES
Data Type: REG_SZ (String Value)
Value Data: (1 = show all hidden devices)
Exit your registry, you may need to restart or log out of Windows for the change to take effect.
DLL Database
Search in Google for required dll file or dll file which is missing, download appreciate dll file > extract or paste it in windows folder or system32 folder or where the folder was missing.
If your Windows applications and programs are missing the correct dynamic link library files ( otherwise known as DLL files or .dll ) you've probably been faced with either a reinstallation of your software or a non working application. This DLL download page contains links to the most commonly needed DLL files, most are in zip file format. Using WinZip or similar, most users will simply have to unzip the DLL file they are missing into their default C:/Windows/System directory to restore program functions. Downloads can be obtained from here: http://www.5starsupport.com/info/dll.htm
DLL Informant
Shows all DLL's and all applications that use them. Download here.
DLL's - Unload
Start/Run/Regedit
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer
Create a new sub-key named 'AlwaysUnloadDLL' and set the default value to equal '1' to disable Windows caching the DLL in memory. Restart Windows for the change to take effect.
Downloads - Change default Internet Explorer Download Directory
Start/Run/Regedit
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer Change the path you want to assign as IE's Default Download directory here: Download Directory.
Drivers - Unsigned Warning Message
Start/Run and type: gpedit.msc. User Configuration/Administrative Templates/System. Right click Code signing for Device Drivers/Properties/Settings/Ignore from the appearing list box or disable.
Un-Signed Driver Installation Warnings
Start/Run and type: secpol.msc. Local Policies/Security Options. Change Devices: Unsigned driver installation behavior to Silently succeed. Reboot.
DVD
Windows XP and DVD
DVD Troubleshooter
You cannot view the files on a DVD or CD in Windows Explorer:
Close Windows Explorer. Go to Start/Control Panel/Double click System/Hardware/Device Manager. Expand DVD/CD-ROM. Click the appropriate device, and then click Uninstall on the Action menu.
When you are prompted to confirm that you want to remove the device, click OK. On the Action menu, click Scan for hardware changes. Quit Device Manager and Control Panel.
DVD - Enable DVD Player in Media Player
This setting allows you to use Microsoft Media Player to Play and Open DVDs. Start/Run/Regedit
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\MediaPlayer\Player\Settings. Value Name: EnableDVDUI, Data Type: REG_SZ (String Value), Value Data: yes or no. Create a new string value called "EnableDVDUI" and set it to "yes" to enable DVD functionality
DVD - Missing in the Device Manager
Start/Run/Regedit
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E965-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318}. Remove the Upperfilters and Lowerfilters values completely from the above registry key.
Disable Error Checking at Startup
Start/Run/Regedit. In the right pane, delete this entry: BootExecute autocheck autochk*
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Session Manager
Disable/Remove Serious Error Message Upon Boot
Start/Control Panel/System/Advanced/Performance/Settings/Advanced/Virtual Memory/Change/Set to 0. Reboot/Reset Pagefile to System Managed Size.
Disable Windows XP's Windows Tour Prompt for all Users
Start/Run/Regedit. Navigate to...
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Applets
In the right pane, locate Tour (if it doesn't exist, add it. Edit/New/Key. Then select New Value and set it to 0).
To set the same option for users, navigate to...and repeat the above steps.
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Applets
Disable Unnecessary Programs at Startup
Start/Run/Regedit. Right Click/Delete unnecessary programs listed here:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Runonce HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
Disable or Enable Boot Defrag
Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Dfrg\BootOptimizeFunction
Select Enable in the right pane/Right Click/Modify/Change Value to Y to enable, N to disable. Exit/Reboot.
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