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• Location of data by default Windows Update has changed and needs to be repaired.

  Original title: PROBLEMS WITH WINDOWS UPDATE LOCATION DATA; I have a windows vista IE 8 32 and 64-bit system.

  I can't get my windows update to automatically update. I used the "fix it" tool Microsoft and he finds issues and some fixed (as windows update components), but it wouldn't fix the other issue. It is said that the location of the default data Windows Update has changed and it needs to be repaired. The "fix it" tool would not fix it so I don't know what to do. There, any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

  Hello

  Did you of recent changes to the computer that caused the problem?

  Method 1:

  Cannot install updates in Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2509997

  Diagnose and automatically fix common problems with Windows Update

  http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/windows_update/

  Problems with installing updates

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/troubleshoot-problems-with-installing-updates

  Method 2: We can use approach 50 / 50 to narrow down the root cause of the problem.

  See the article below for instructions on how to start your computer in a clean boot state.

  How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  Note: When the diagnosis is complete do not forget to reset the computer to a normal startup. Follow step 7 in the above article.

  Note: When running chkdsk on the drive hard if bad sectors are found on the disk hard when chkdsk attempts to repair this area if all available on which data can be lost.

  Note: this section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

  322756 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756/ )

  How to back up and restore the registry in Windows

  It will be useful.

• Update of Windows Vista has changed format of tools/start bars.

  Updated Windows Vista installed today (Apr 28, 11). After restarting, the tools/start bar bar returned to the old gray Windows (classic?) format. I tried everything but can't retrieve the standard Vista graphics/format. The customization tool said that it is set to the Standard Format.  Antone have a response to that?  Thank you.

  Hi JohnMash,

  I suggest you follow the links provided and check if it helps.

  Why are some Visual elements will automatically turn off?

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/why-are-some-Visual-elements-being-automatically-turned-off

  Solve problems with Windows Aero

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/troubleshoot-problems-with-Windows-Aero

• New update of Windows Vista has changed the display including the taskbar settings

  Last night, my computer is kept up-to-date on my computer that I did not authorize.  I am running a virus scan.  I do not notice any difference (in fact, the computer seems to work better), but the taskbar like Windows 98.  I spent under properties and tried to change the theme, but only classic Windows is available.  Please tell me how I can change my taskbar.  It is quite annoying.

  I also had this problem, the problem disappeared after a second reboot immediately after the update. I hope I could help

• printer has ink and looks like it is printing, but nothing is on paper

  I am trying to print on my printer HP photosmart Premium. She "acts" like printing but nothing is on the page. The ink cartridges are filled.

  You specify the model of your printer, but this issue seems to be pretty common with several models of the HP Photosmart Premium.  I saw no definitive answer.

  The printer ejects white of paper when printing sheets - a list of 10 "solutions" of HP who seem less and less relevant and more desperate towards the end of the list

  General HP Print troubleshooting suggestions.  Note that if you have not used the printer for a long time, it is possible that the print head is blocked.  Run the cleaning steps proposed could help - but they use a lot of ink.

  If the print head is really in bad shape, it might have to be replaced.  I wouldn't do it until everything else has failed.

  A thread on the topic in the HP support forum.

  You might find help here, although a quick search didn't turn anything--> http://www.fixyourownprinter.com/forums

  Good luck.

• The original appearance for Windows Vista

  I downloaded registry mechanic and some how my original appearance of Windows Vista has disappeared. My appearance now looks like I got Windows 95. I would be very happy if someone could help it. I did everthing I could change. I don't see the original appearance.

  NEVER use Registry cleaners.

  Try a system restore to a Date before the problem began:

  Restore point:

  http://www.howtogeek.com/HOWTO/Windows-Vista/using-Windows-Vista-system-restore/

  Do Safe Mode system restore, if it is impossible to do in Normal Mode.

  Try typing F8 at startup and in the list of Boot selections, select Mode safe using ARROW top to go there > and then press ENTER.

  Try a restore of the system once, to choose a Restore Point prior to your problem...

  Click Start > programs > Accessories > system tools > system restore > choose another time > next > etc.

  http://www.windowsvistauserguide.com/system_restore.htm

  Read the above for a very good graph shows how backward more than 5 days in the System Restore Points by checking the correct box.

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  If the above does not resolve the problem:

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/change-desktop-theme

  Read the above about the themes of Vista.

  http://www.WikiHow.com/turn-on-Aero-in-Windows-Vista

  How to turn on Aero in Windows Vista at the link above.

  If you still have problems of re-download drivers graphics:

  Go to the website of the manufacturer of your computer/laptop > drivers and downloads Section > key in your model number > look for the latest Vista drivers > download/install them.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• The Start button and the taskbar on my computer has changed and I don't know how to get back to its original look, I have windows vista

  The Start button and the taskbar on my computer has changed and I don't know what to do to get back to its original state. I have windows Vista

  Hello

  Have you changed the desktop theme?

  Change windows to Classic view

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/change-Windows-to-Classic-view

  Refer: Change Desktop Theme

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/change-desktop-theme

  Why are some Visual elements will automatically turn off?
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/why-are-some-Visual-elements-being-automatically-turned-off

  Thank you

• The appearance has changed, and even the Start button is no longer a circle but the former rectangle that says start after the installation of an update.

  I recently installed an update of Windows for Vista.  The appearance has changed and even the Start button is no longer a circle but the former rectangle that says start.  How can I get the old look back with on the uninstallation of the update?  Thank you

  Original title: updates

  Hello

  It seems that the update was for graphics, as it changed the appearance

  If the update is the problem, you will need to remove it or download and reinstall the graphics driver from your computer or the manufacturer of the graphical Web site map.

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  Read this information about updates:

  Microsoft gives sometimes you updates for the 3rd party hardware: graphics, network cards, etc.

  You should only get the latest drivers for them to real hardware manufacturer's website, as Microsoft normally does nor those have the most recent drivers available as Microsoft relies of the 3rd party hardware Manufactuer to provide.

  But unfortunately, the only way to know which is the update of the problem is to install them one by one, until you find the 'wrong' for your installation.

  You can do a system restore to get back until it has been installed (which is NOT the best way to remove an update) or follow this method:

  'Remove an update'

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/remove-an-update

  When you have found the issue of update of the list of updates which is presented > then right click on the update problem > select Hide update > and it will not be available to you once again

  "How to hide or show an update of Windows Vista"

  http://www.Vistax64.com/tutorials/72491-Windows-Update.html

  "How to hide or restore the updates of Windows hidden in Windows 7 and Windows 8"

  http://www.SevenForums.com/tutorials/24376-Windows-Update-hide-restore-hidden-updates.html

  _____________________________________________

  Here's how to chanage update settings, if you think it is necessary to:

  "Understanding Windows Update and Extras in Windows Vista and Windows 7.

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/Windows-Vista-updates-and-extras/

  Or the other of these two update settings will give you the chance to see what you want to install through Windows updates;

  Download updates but let me choose whether to install them - if you select this option, Windows will download the updates on your computer, but not install them automatically. If you want to install updates, then you must install them manually. You should only select this option if you have a reason to not install updates automatically. Only advanced users should use this option.

  Check for updates but let me choose whether to download and install them - if you select this option, you'll be alerted when there are new updates available for download and install. You can then choose to download and install the updates that you want. This option should really be reserved for people who know exactly which updates they need, or those who have little access to the Internet.

  But remember you normally only have problems with hardware 3rd party drivers. Other updates are to improve the Performance and security of your system

  See you soon.

• The location where the windows update stores data has changed and needs to be repaired

  I couldn't down the updates for the month. I ran attach it to microsoft, but he told me that the situation has changed and it needs to be repaired. Someone knows how to do this?

  Hello

  Did you change your computer?

  Have what fixit you tried?

  Method 1:

  I suggest you to follow the links and check out them.

  Diagnose and automatically fix common problems with Windows Update

  http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/windows_update/

  Problems with installing updates

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/troubleshoot-problems-with-installing-updates

  Method 2:

  How to reset the Windows Update components?

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971058

  To do: Important This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs

  How to use the System File Checker tool to fix the system files missing or corrupted on Windows Vista or Windows 7

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

• When I try to use the Windows Update link for my XP computer I get a message indicating that the location where the Windows Update stores data has changed and it needs to be repaired. How can I solve this problem?

  When I try to use the Windows Update link for my XP computer and after using Windows Mr. Fix - It, I get a message indicating that the location where the Windows Update stores data has changed and must be repaired. How can I solve this problem?

  I'm not that computer literate and do not understand what needs to be fixed.

  This problem just started a few weeks when I noticed that I had any recent download automatic update that I regularly get. So I tried to do it manually through access via my control panel.

  I use ESET Antivirus Node32 software.

  Hello

  1. What is the error message or an exact error code?

  2 have you made changes on the computer before this problem?

  3. you try to check the updates?

  I would suggest trying the following methods and check if it helps.

  Method 1:

  Reset Windows Update components and then try to download the updates.

  How to reset the Windows Update components?

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971058

  Warning: Important This section, method, or task contains steps that tell you how to modify the registry. However, serious problems can occur if you modify the registry incorrectly. Therefore, make sure that you proceed with caution. For added protection, back up the registry before you edit it. Then you can restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more information about how to back up and restore the registry, click on the number below to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756

   

  Method 2:

  File system scan tool checker and then try to press Ctrl + Alt + Delete and check.

  Description of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 System File Checker (Sfc.exe):

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/310747

  Please respond with more information so that we could help you more.

• I have windows xp home edition and I had Silverlight to send photos to my hotmail account, something has changed and now I can't use it and I can not download

  I have windows xp home edition and I had Silverlight to send photos to my hotmail account, something has changed and now I can't use it and I can not download

  Hello

  Given that the problem is related to Silverlight, I suggest you post this question in the Microsoft Silverlight forum.

  http://forums.Silverlight.NET/forums/

  listed below or in the Hotmail forum.
  http://windowslivehelp.com/product.aspx?ProductID=1

• has ran windows (vista ultimate) update and then find that my ipod is not recognized by windows or itunes

  ran windows (vista ultimate) update and concluded that my ipod not recognized by itunes or windows, can anyone help?

  Hi BRIANMOODYRU

   

  You can view the articles below and check out them if the steps to help you resolve the issue-

  http://support.Apple.com/kb/TS1538

  http://support.Apple.com/kb/TS1496

  If you need assistance, you can also consult resources and specific apple. You can get in touch with the community of Apple or the support Web site for additional assistance on the issue:
  http://discussions.info.Apple.com/index.jspa
  OR http://www.apple.com/support/

   

  I hope this helps.

• How do we install a page active desktop, my windows vista, my xp and windows 7, as all three, I need help please

  I really need to insall a active wallpaper but don't know how to do in this regard, I have a XP, Vista and Windows7 computer, can someone tell me how to on this subject, I really want to put on one of my creations, but need help.

  I really need to insall a active wallpaper but don't know how to do in this regard, I have a XP, Vista and Windows7 computer, can someone tell me how to on this subject, I really want to put on one of my creations, but need help.

  Hey jennyanderson99

  as you ask specifically about active desktop, here's what it is, or in your case what she was before vista released

  Active Desktop is a feature of Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 Windows Desktop Update that allows the user to add optional contentHTML on the Office, as well as a few other features. This feature was designed to be installed on theWindows 95 operating system then in force. It was also included inWindows 98 and later Windows operating systems up toWindows Vista, where the feature wasdiscontinued. This corresponds to the version ofInternet Explorer 4.0 to 6.x, but not Internet Explorer 7.

  HTML users can add in place of the ordinary wallpaper as independent resizable desktop items. Items available online can be regularly updated and synchronized so that users can stay up-to-date without visiting the site in their browser.

  Active Desktop works as the technology of desktop widget that allows users to add customized their desktop information.

  Here is information for active desktop for xp

  http://www.ehow.com/how_6366085_make-XP-Active-Desktop.html

  information from wikipedia about active desktop are less than

  http://en.Wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Desktop

  The introduction of the Active Desktop brand attempt by Microsoft to take advantage of the ephemeral trendtechnology push led by PointCast. Active Desktop has imposed a number of "channels" ofdesktop computers that provided information updated continuously, such as headlines and stock quotes, without the user to open aWeb browser of the user.

  Active Desktop debuted during the publication of 1997 of Internet Explorer 4.0 for Windows 95 and Windows NT 4.0, install it as a feature of theWindows Desktop Update offered to users during the upgrade option. The Windows desktop update is commonly referred to as (bad) Active Desktop itself, but it is actually a whole Windows shell to level v4.0 to v4.71, or v4.72, with many changes in the Windows interface, resulting in a level look and features almost indistinguishable from the Windows 98, then again to-be-released. Features include the ability to allow uppercase filenames (the old v4.0 Desktop would forcibly filenames in title case uppercase), the dynamic tracking file selection click configurable, customizable by HTML, QuickLaunch folder display settings mini buttons on the taskbar next to the Start button, improved to Start Menu drag and drop re-organization of the elements and menus contextual click right to rename point etc. With the update, Windows Explorer now has an address bar in Internet addresses that can be entered and driven seamlessly.

  Active Desktop was widely regarded as a failure, with one of the main problems being its use high system and reduction of the stability of the system resources. Although not used^{[citation needed]}, the availability of Active Desktop was decisive for the legal argument Microsoft in antitrust case of United States v. Microsoft , that Internet Explorer has a feature of Windows, not a separate product.

  Later use

  Windows Vista has replaced the Active Desktop withWindows Sidebar (now called Gadgets Windows Desktop fromWindows 7), which also allows the components to add to the desktop. Windows XP is the newest operating system from Microsoft to support Active Desktop. It seems that the 64 bit version of Windows XP supports is no longer Active Desktop. It provides always the option to display Web pages and channels built with MicrosoftChannel Definition Format (CDF) on the desktop.

  Display HTML features are now mainly used for creating wallpapers originals and adding the fields of desktop search. For example, a user can copy the following code to display the search box of Wikipedia on the desktop:

  Walter, the time zone traveller

• After installing Ubuntu 11.04, Windows Vista has disappeared.

  Original title: Windows vista is missing

  After installing Ubuntu 11.04 (Natty Narwhal) my other OP system Windows vista has disappeared. I don't get a menu to choose which OP system I want to use. The grub menu 2 does not include an entry for windows. My computer directly boots into Ubuntu. I tried to put the installation disc in the status bar to try to recover the system but nothing works. Can someone help me please? Isetta cordially.

  Hi Isetta,

  It seems that after installing Ubuntu, grub 2 took control of Boot Manager and changed the boot sequence. To change the startup entries to get Vista, you must contact Ubuntu for assistance on changing the grub boot entries 2.

  You can see the following link to get in touch with Ubuntu.

  Ubuntu Forum

  Hope this information is useful.

• I removed Windows Vista 32-bit and Windows Vista 64-bit installed, but when I enter the key it says the key is already in use. How can I fix it?

  I have Windows Vista Ultimate 32 and 64 bit edition

  I bought Windows Vista Ultimate 32 and 64 in a box in 2008, I installed the 32 edition because at the time I was told not all software will work with the edition 64 a month ago, I decided to windows 7 Ultimate Via Amazon purchase which proved be a copy of the counterfeit money and Amazon me has now repaid , so what I do, well I could buy another copy of windows 7 Ultimate or I could give the other Version of windows that came in the same box with a product key a go, so I removed and formatted the hard drive and reinstalled 64 bit version on my drive using the product key original that I used on the 32-bit Edition for four years and when I try to register the 64 bits edition, that is to say someone else using this product key, you will have to buy another key or a copy of windows 7. Well, I decided to wait until Windows 8 will be released, that's why I decided to try the Vista 64 - bit Edition?

  Or better yet, I might switch to a Mac OS x system?

  The answer is not to buy Windows 7 from a dealer on the market of Amazon.  Stick to Amazon itself.  Amazon Marketplace is as eBay and other auction sites and online delivery.  It is composed of persons whose practices sales are questionable.  You won't get counterfeit product from Amazon itself.

  You have to solve the problem with Vista 64-bit using phone activation.

  Activate by phone.  http://TechNet.Microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc736912 (WS.10) .aspx

  Or click Start and type ' slui.exe 4.

  Do not answer all prompts automatic until it asks you if you want to speak to an agent.

  If you continue to have problems with activation, run the MGADiag (download and save to the desktop - http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?linkid=52012 ) tool

  Once downloaded, run the tool. Click on the button continue, after a short time, continue button will change to a copy button. Click the copy button in the tool (ignore the error at this stage) and then paste (with r-click and paste or Ctrl + V) in your message.