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• Cannot start "Windows update", "User accounts", "My computer properties" etc.

  Hello
  I got a new computer HP with Vista64. Whenever I try to start "Windows update", "User accounts", "My computer properties" apps does not start. I just saw window a new poping up on the screen and then it closes but nothing more. Does anyone have an idea on what to do?

  BR
  Max62

  Hi Colin Davis,
   
  Thanks for posting on the Microsoft Forums.
  1. try performing clean boot: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/331796
  2. check if you have the same problem in safe mode
  3. open an elevated command prompt. To do this, click Start, click principally made programs, click Accessories, right-click command prompt, and then click Run as administrator, and in the command prompt, type sfc/scannow. Restart the computer and check.

  Kind regards

  Niranjan | Microsoft Answers Support Engineer

• Cannot start windows after update

  After you install a windows update, my computer cannot start windows, when I boot it.  It seems the windows files.  I don't have a recovery disk (lesson).  I have windows vista, is there anyway to restore windows on my PC other than buying the software.  I confess that I do not download updates often... that is why... It's always trouble.

  Hi, MooreTM,

  Brand and model of your computer, please.  Thank you.

  (1) you are able to start safe mode and do a system restore?

  Start the computer

  Start typing F8

  Select Mode safe mode with networking

  What a load Safe Mode, start > all programs > Accessories > system tools > SafeMode

  Select a date and time before the Windows update that caused the problem

  (2) start Windows and tapping F11 key

  If the Advanced Options screen, select fix my computer

  Press enter

  I suggest the site of the manufacturer of the computer and purchase a reinstallation DVD software.  Cost is minimal ($16.-$20.)

• Cannot start Windows virtual pc host (I have all the updates)

  -Cannot start windows virtual pc host - cannot start windows virtual pc host process and earlier version of microsoft virtual pc is installed on this computer.

  I have all the updates for Virtual xp downloaded from the microsoft page.  Virtualization tool runs on my system.

  What is the best?  Should I bother trying to get virtual xp installed?  Or can I just use VM ware or something similar to run a virtual system?

  Any suggestions?

  Thank you.

  SYSTEM SPECS: icor7 3.2 Ghz, 24GBz Ram, Nvidia Geforce GTX 480, Windows 7 Pro 64 bit.

  process host and earlier version of microsoft virtual pc is installed on this computer.

  You happen to have Virtual PC 2007 is installed? If so, you need to uninstall that. Click Start, type: programs and features

  Press enter on your keyboard

  See the list of program and make sure that Virtual PC 2007 is uninstalled.

  If your intention is to use Windows XP Mode, make sure that the following two files are installed:

  You must install both files:
  1 Windows6. 1 - KB958559 - x 64 or x 86 architecture that you run
  Restart the system, and then install:
  2 WindowsXPMode_en-we

  Both Windows XP Mode and Windows Virtual PC can be downloaded from http://www.windows.com/business/downloads.
  For more information about system requirements, please visit http://www.microsoft.com/virtual-pc

  Mobile: http://www.notebooks.com/2009/11/23/using-windows-virtual-pc-with-windows-xp-mode/

  Releasing it's easy: with Windows | ActiveWin | Laptops | Microsoft MVP

• Cannot install Windows updates (has no status) on the computer desktop and laptop

  Desktop               (Purchase date: 13/07/2010)

  Model: Pavilion p6402f or 6402f

  Product: BK275AA #ABL

  Serial No.: {removed privacy}

  OS: Windows 7 Home Premium Service Pack 1 64-bit

  Product ID: {removed privacy}

  Portable               (Purchase date: 14/07/2011)

  Model: Pavilion g6 Notebook PC

  Product: QD317UA #ABC

  Serial No.: {removed privacy}

  OS: Windows 7 Home Premium Service Pack 164-bit

  Product ID: {removed privacy}

  Description of the problem: same problem on the computer desktop and laptop at the same time began: cannot install Windows updates (has no status)

  No hardware changes or software recently made to the system: I followed the usual procedure to install Windows updates.

  Method of connection: wireless

  Technical expertise: intermediate level

  Performed troubleshooting: because the error # 80071 A 90 type indicated by the system, I followed the instructions of Windows Help and Support, for example to run Microsoft Fix it which did not work; a more advanced method has also been used, who recommended to start Windows Update in Mode safe, then open Windows Update and install the updates and then restart normally. At this point, the problem was that any stage of Windows Update was available.

  Hello amib004,

  As much as I know, only Windows Update cannot be run in safe mode. That being said, I saw where install several updates may conflict with each other. Try to disable all updates installation and install the updates failed one at a time.

• fixing older XP that needs updating. Error Msg 0 x 80245003. cannot access windows update.

  fixing older XP that needs updating. Error Msg 0 x 80245003. cannot access windows update. Help!

  Microsoft fix it wants tool return me to windows update to download some updates IT must first which is no help...

  Hello

  1. Open command prompt.
  2. type net stop wuauserv, and then press ENTER.
  3. Type rmdir /s %windir%\softwaredistribution\wuredir and press enter
  4 type net start wuauserv, and then press ENTER.
  5. try to install the updates again.

• cannot access windows update - windows freezes a startup (error 0x8007043C)

  original title: cannot access windows update - windows freezes a start-up

  Error number: 0x8007043C when I try to access windows update. I tried to restore my computer to an earlier date without result. Windows hangs after login. Not sure if this is a update problem or another problem.

  Error number: 0x8007043C when I try to access windows update. I tried to restore my computer to an earlier date without result. Windows hangs after login. Not sure if this is a update problem or another problem.

  Do some basic cleaning and updates that may resolve your problem (also - check your time and date - as well as your setting time zone...)

  Search for malware:

  Download, install, execute, update and perform analyses complete system with the two following applications:

  • MalwareBytes (FREE)
  • SuperAntiSpyware (FREE)

  Remove anything they find. Reboot when necessary. (You can uninstall one or both when finished.)

  Search online with eSet Online Scanner.

  Cleaning the components of update on your Windows XP computer

  While probably not 100% necessary-, it is probably a good idea at this time to ensure that you continue to get the updates you need. This will help you ensure that your system update is ready to do it for you.

  Download and run the MSRT tool manually:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.mspx
  (Ignore the details and download the tool to download and save to your desktop, run it.)

  Reset.

  Download/install the latest program Windows installation (for your operating system):
  (Windows XP 32-bit: WindowsXP-KB942288-v3 - x 86 .exe )
  (Download and save it to your desktop, run it.)

  Reset.

  and...

  Download the latest version of Windows Update (x 86) agent here:
  http://go.Microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=91237
  ... and save it to the root of your C:\ drive. After you register on theroot of the C:\ drive, follow these steps:

  Close all Internet Explorer Windows and other applications.

  AutoScan--> RUN and type:
  %SystemDrive%\windowsupdateagent30-x86.exe /WUFORCE
  --> Click OK.

  (If asked, select 'Run'). --> Click on NEXT--> select 'I agree' and click NEXT--> where he completed the installation, click "Finish"...

  Reset.

  Now reset your Windows with this FixIt components update (you will use the aggressive version if given a choice):
  How to reset the Windows Update components?

  Reset.

  The less you have to run all the time, most things you want to run will perform:

  Use Autoruns to understand this all starts when your computer's / when you log in. Look for whatever it is you do not know usingGoogle (or ask here.) You can hopefully figure out if there are things from when your computer does (or connect) you don't not need and then configure them (through their own built-in mechanisms is the preferred method) so they do not - start using your resources without reason.

  You can download and use Process Explorer to see exactly what is taking your time processor/CPU and memory. This can help you to identify applications that you might want to consider alternatives for and get rid of all together.

  Do a house cleaning and the dust of this hard drive:

  You can free up disk space (will also help get rid of the things that you do not use) through the following steps:

  Windows XP should take between 4.5 and 9 GB * with * an Office suite, editing Photo software, alternative Internet browser (s), various Internet plugins and a host of other things installed.

  If you are comfortable with the stability of your system, you can delete the uninstall of patches which has installed Windows XP...
  http://www3.TELUS.NET/dandemar/spack.htm
  (Especially of interest here - #4)
  (Variant: http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_hotfix_backup.htm )

  You can run disk - integrated into Windows XP - cleanup to erase everything except your last restore point and yet more 'free '... files cleaning

  How to use disk cleanup
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/310312

  You can disable hibernation if it is enabled and you do not...

  When you Hibernate your computer, Windows saves the contents of the system memory in the hiberfil.sys file. As a result, the size of the hiberfil.sys file will always be equal to the amount of physical memory in your system. If you don't use the Hibernate feature and want to reclaim the space used by Windows for the hiberfil.sys file, perform the following steps:

  -Start the Control Panel Power Options applet (go to start, settings, Control Panel, and then click Power Options).
  -Select the Hibernate tab, uncheck "Activate the hibernation", and then click OK. Although you might think otherwise, selecting never under "Hibernate" option on the power management tab does not delete the hiberfil.sys file.
  -Windows remove the "Hibernate" option on the power management tab and delete the hiberfil.sys file.

  You can control the amount of space your system restore can use...

  1. Click Start, right click my computer and then click Properties.
  2. click on the System Restore tab.
  3. highlight one of your readers (or C: If you only) and click on the button "settings".
  4 change the percentage of disk space you want to allow... I suggest moving the slider until you have about 1 GB (1024 MB or close to that...)
  5. click on OK. Then click OK again.

  You can control the amount of space used may or may not temporary Internet files...

  Empty the temporary Internet files and reduce the size, that it stores a size between 64 MB and 128 MB...

  -Open a copy of Microsoft Internet Explorer.
  -Select TOOLS - Internet Options.
  -On the general tab in the section 'Temporary Internet files', follow these steps:
  -Click on 'Delete the Cookies' (click OK)
  -Click on "Settings" and change the "amount of disk space to use: ' something between 64 MB and 128 MB. (There may be many more now.)
  -Click OK.
  -Click on 'Delete files', then select "Delete all offline content" (the box), and then click OK. (If you had a LOT, it can take 2 to 10 minutes or more).
  -Once it's done, click OK, close Internet Explorer, open Internet Explorer.

  You can use an application that scans your system for the log files and temporary files and use it to get rid of those who:

  CCleaner (free!)
  http://www.CCleaner.com/
  (just disk cleanup - do not play with the part of the registry for the moment)

  Other ways to free up space...

  SequoiaView
  http://www.win.Tue.nl/SequoiaView/

  JDiskReport
  http://www.jgoodies.com/freeware/JDiskReport/

  Those who can help you discover visually where all space is used. Then, you can determine what to do.

  After that - you want to check any physical errors and fix everything for efficient access"

  CHKDSK
  How to scan your disks for errors* will take time and a reboot.

  Defragment
  How to defragment your hard drives* will take time

  Now that your system is generally free of malicious software (assuming you have an AntiVirus application), you've cleaned the "additional applications" that could be running and picking up your precious memory and the processor, you have authorized out of valuable and makes disk space as there are no problems with the drive itself and your Windows Update components are updates and should work fine - it is only only one other thing youpouvez wish to make:

  Get and install the hardware device last drivers for your system hardware/system manufacturers support and/or download web site.

  If you want, come back and let us know a bit more information on your system - particularly the brand / model of the system, you have - and maybe someone here can guide you to the place s x of law to this end. This isn't 100% necessary - but I'd be willing to bet that you would gain some performance and features in making this part.

• I cannot use windows update. The 80070490 error keeps coming back.

  I cannot use windows update.  The 80070490 error keeps coming back.

  I tried "System update tool", "windows repair" and I don't seem to be able to get upgrades using my DVD of windows.  What can I do?

  Any help would be much appreciated

  I cannot use windows update.  The 80070490 error keeps coming back.

  I tried "System update tool", "windows repair" and I don't seem to be able to get upgrades using my DVD of windows.  What can I do?

  Any help would be much appreciated

  Reset your Windows with this FixIt components update:
  How to reset the Windows Update components?

  Reset.

  Try to update.

  If it still does not work, try this...

  1. Start an elevated command prompt.
  2. Run the following commands pressing on enter after each line:
     
     net stop wuauserv
     CD %SystemRoot%\System32
     Ren C:\Windows\SoftwareDistribution SoftwareDistribution.old
     net start wuauserv

  3. Reset
  4. Try to update.

  * Important * When you do this, the following problems occur:

  • Updates that are currently downloaded but which have not yet been installed must be downloaded again by using Windows Update or Microsoft Update.
  • When you remove the Software Distribution folder, your download history is deleted.
  • If you currently receive updates from Microsoft Update and Windows Update, you will need to reselect this option from the Windows Update Web site.

  
  * Note * if the problem is resolved and you can successfully download and install the updates, you can delete the directory SoftwareDistribution.old to recover disk space.

  
  STILL no? We have something to try...

  Use this FixIt:
  How to get the latest version of the Windows Update Agent

  Reset.

  Save components WU:

  1. Start an elevated command prompt.
  2. Run the following commands pressing on enter after each line:

     regsvr32 Jscript.dll
     regsvr32 c:\windows\system32\wuapi.dll
     regsvr32 c:\windows\system32\wuaueng.dll

  Reset.

  Try to update.

  If it still does not work after that - repeat ONCE more that part...

  Reset your Windows with this FixIt components update:
  How to reset the Windows Update components?

  Reset.

  Try to update.

  Come back and let everyone know how you faired.

• error code (0x000000d) windows vista when I try to print, also cannot open windows updates or control panel

  error code (0x000000d) windows vista when I try to print, also cannot open windows updates or control panel

  Hi lisafuller,

  1 when was the last time it was working fine?

  2. did you of recent changes on the computer?

  3. What is the serial number and model of the printer?

  4. what happens when you try to access that Windows update and Control Panel?

  5. do you have security software installed on the computer?

   

  Method 1

  See the below Microsoft article and try the steps mentioned, check if it helps.

  Error message when you try to install a network printer on a Windows Vista-based computer: "Windows cannot connect to the printer operation cannot complete (error 0x0000000d).

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/947236

  Method 2

  If the previous step fails, then check out the link below and run them the troubleshooter, check if it helps.

  Printer in Windows problems

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/help/printer-problems-in-Windows

  Due to Windows update run the Windows Update troubleshooting, check if it helps.

  Open the Windows Update troubleshooting tool

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-Windows-Update-Troubleshooter

  Also check if you can access control panel from safe mode.

  Start your computer in safe mode

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/start-your-computer-in-safe-mode

  Restart the computer to return to normal mode

• Cannot start Windows and "Begin repair of launch" or "Start Windows normally" did not work.

  Original title: need help URGENT

  The normal Windows Vista (Home Premium 32 Bit) updated on my DELL INSPIRON laptop... Cannot start Windows

  'Launch Startup Repair' or 'Start Windows normally' did not work.

  What to do next without deleting my data? Thank you.

  Hello

  1st thing to try is a restoration of the system in safe mode

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

  Windows Vista

  Using the F8 method:

  1. Restart your computer.
  2. When the computer starts, you will see your computer hardware are listed. When you see this information begins to tap theF8 key repeatedly until you are presented with theBoot Options Advanced Windows Vista.
  3. Select the Safe Mode option with the arrow keys.
  4. Then press enter on your keyboard to start mode without failure of Vista.
  5. To start Windows, you'll be a typical logon screen. Connect to your computer and Vista goes into safe mode.
  6. Do whatever tasks you need and when you are done, reboot to return to normal mode.

  If that does not read this information

  the link below is how to download and get a vista disk startup repair, which you can start from the

  http://NeoSmart.net/blog/2008/Windows-Vista-recovery-disc-download/

  Here's how to use startup repair system restore command prompt, etc. to bleepingcomputers link below

  http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/tutorials/tutorial148.html

  to boot from the dvd drive to be able to you will see a way to get into the bios Setup at the bottom of the screen or command menu start

  It would be F2 or delete etc to enter the BIOS or F12 etc. for the start menu

  Change boot order it do dvd drive 1st in the boot order

  http://helpdeskgeek.com/how-to/change-boot-order-XP-Vista/

  Data recovery, if required

  1. remove the hard drive and it slave in another computer

  2 buy or borrow a USB disk drive hard put in yout case then plug it into another computer and read the hard drive like this

  3. try Knoppix

  http://www.Knopper.NET/Knoppix/index-en.html

  BUT this method depends on your hardware in the computer that failed

• Satellite A660-158 - cannot start Windows

  Toshiba Satellite A660-158

  I bought a laptop Toshiba Satellite A660-158. It has served me less than a week. I think it's the broken hard drive.

  My problem:
  Once I start the computer, it started and has worked for a while, but suddenly, there was an error reading that I didn't have the time. Computer has been restarted. And does not load... Until the boot mode does not reach. But the initial test (with logo) succeeded. Takes a long time and finally gives an error:
  -----
  Cannot start Windows. Maybe it was because of the recent small difference is the hardware or software configuration. To fix this error:
  1. Insert your Windows installation disc, restart the computer (the complete transmission wasn't)
  2. choose the language settings, and then click Next.
  3. Select "repair your computer".
  If this disk is missing, contact your system administrator or computer manufacturer (he turned and said to wear to the DEPOT, but I do not have this feature).

  Status: 0xc000000e

  Details: Unable to start menu, since the required device is inaccessible.
  -----
  Please help me! Idon't know what make me)
  Please write to E-Mail: [email protected]

  Post edited by: HunterS7777777

  Hey,.

  And why do you think the hard drive is faulty?
  Have you ever tried the repair your computer option? Usually with this option you can restore factory in a few minutes.

  Also if you have the Toshiba recovery disc you can also restore the factory of this disc. Just boot from it and follow the instructions on the screen. You need to do a few clicks only, installation with all the drivers and tools happen automatically.

  If you have any other questions, please let us know! :)

• Satellite L40 - cannot start Windows

  Hello

  hope you can help, my computer Toshibal L40 laptop on commissioning began by displaying the following error message:

  * "Cannot start Windows. a recent change in the software hardware might be causing... » *

  It offers the possibility of:
  "* Launch Startup Repair option" * "

  I chose this. WIndows seems to load up, but then I get the following error message:

  Installed program cannot start. Click OK to turn off the computer *.

  I lost the recovery disk, but attempted to load the recovery console by using a windows XP disk, but it gave me error message more. Advice would be very welcome.

  For the installation of Vista you don't need SATA driver but for Windows XP Home edition you need. Is no problem at all.

  The question is what you want to do now? If you want to use Vista just use recovery media and you will have factory again.
  No problem at all.

• Satellite L300-19F starts not-cannot start Windows

  My mobile no dΘmarre, "cannot start Windows. "To solve the problem: restart with the recovery CD.

  I can do that, but first of all, I don't want to try to save the data (and photos) from a hard disk.
  Is it possible, for example, go to BACK when booting with the recovery CD, and copy the data on USB?

  Furthermore, all my data on E:\ partition. Will be crushed it during the installation of recovery?

  Please notify. Kind regards.

  > Is it possible, for example, go to BACK when booting with the recovery CD, and copy the data on USB?
  No, it is not possible!
  If you should start up using recovery disc then the recovery process would be started and the whole HARD disk may be formatted!

  You can try to start by using a WinPE
  http://www.LiveCD.com/

  This allows you to start the device and access the data on the HARD drive

  You could also build own Windows live CD
  Check this box:
  http://www.MakeUseOf.com/tag/how-to-create-your-own-custom-Windows-Live-CD/

• Cannot use windows update after the new installation of xp sp2

  Cannot use windows update after the new installation of xp sp2

  How to reset the Windows Update settings?
  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/971058

  Harold Horne / TaurArian [MVP] 2005-2011. The information has been provided * being * with no guarantee or warranty.

• Cannot install window updates 14 altogether 646 of the code

  Cannot install window updates 14 altogether 646 of the code

  luckyslap,

  read the problems known in this page, they explain what to do. There is a link to a fix the article.

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2258121

  Let us know if this helped.