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• Cannot use Windows Search, Microsoft Windows Index Search stop working

  Microsoft Windows Search indexing a frequently stops working on my PC, thus preventing me to use Windows Search.

  How can I fix?

  PS: I am running Microsoft Windows Vista 64 - bit with Service Pack 2 on an HP Pavilion dv7-1060ep Entertainment Notebook PC (ENU). I have reproduced this problem on other systems: a HP Pavilion dv5-1199eg running the same version of Windows and a computer running Microsoft Windows Vista 32-bit (DEU) with Service Pack 2.

  Fixed on 15/08/2009 by cleaning installation Microsoft Windows 7 x 64 Professional ENU.

• Scan to searchable PDF and search using Windows Search

  I use a HP Officejet Pro 8600 and try to create PDF files which is using Windows Search, i.e. display the directory tree and type a search term in the search box.

  I tried to use the HPScan software to create a "Searchable PDF." type analysis  I also tried to create "editable text (OCR)" scan using both the HPScan software and directly from the printer.  I was able to select and copy text in all documents resulting (PDF and RTF) and I've seaerch for text in the document when the document is opened.  BUT what I need to be able to do is to find a document scanned on my computer looking into the content of the document itself (and not by the search for metadata or tags).

  I checked to make sure that Windows Search is to search with the CONTENTS of the statement (he finds all Word documents...).  Is there something special I need to do in the software of HP on the printer itself ther to get this working?  Thanks in advance for your help.

  (P.S.  I use Windows 7, 64-bit if it matters.)

  I'm afraid that what you are wanting to do is not possible. There is a limitation in how Windows interacts with the PDF file format. It cannot index files as it can for a Word document. You will need to scan the documents in PDF format, and then convert them to Word document, so you can search for the best.

• Unable to find files and folders using Windows Search

  Original title: Windows search returns no results, but only for a single user - another user works very well - Windows 7

  All of a sudden windows search of files and folders (from windows Explorer) do not return results - even if I'm looking for in a folder with a file name that I know is in there.  However, it works for the other user on this system.

  The things that I tried or looked at who did not work:

  • Configuration of the default folder options.
  • reconstruction of the index
  • sfc/scannow - said "windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to solve some of them.  I have the CBS. If necessary log file.
  • research done that windows has been archived 'Tour of the windows features turn on or off.
  • Ran the registry of Windows Search - he said that he fixed two things (cannot tell you what they were now), but still, it does not solve the problem. When I run it says once again that there are no errors.
  • I checked this registry key:
    HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionExplorerAdvanced\\\ and key Start_SearchFiles - which was set to 2, the default
  • Under Customize Start Menu - search with public folders is selected under search for other files and libraries.

  It still does not work.  The search box in the start menu seems to work, but not for anything I get.

  Frustrated!

  ~ Diane

  Hi Diane,

  Thanks for posting your question in the Microsoft Community forums.
  The description of the problem, I see that you cannot search files and folders using Windows Search.

  I appreciate your efforts try the troubleshooting steps to resolve the problem. Don't worry; Let's try a few steps that will help you solve the problem.

  Did you the latest changes on the computer before this problem?

  Method 1:
  I suggest to run the troubleshooter and check if that helps.

  
  Open the troubleshooter for search and indexing
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-search-and-indexing-Troubleshooter

  
  Method 2:
  If the problem persists, I suggest you try the procedure described in the article and see if it helps.

  Improve Windows search using the index: frequently asked questions
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/improve-Windows-searches-using-the-index-frequently-asked-questions

  Check out the link for more information.

  
  Change advanced indexing options
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/change-advanced-indexing-options

  
  Advanced search tips in Windows
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/advanced-tips-for-searching-in-Windows

  Let us know the status of the issue after you perform the troubleshooting steps. If you need additional help or information on Windows, I'll be happy to help you. We, at tender Microsoft to excellence.

• How to use windows search to search the contents of a bunch of files with random names / extensions?

  How to use windows search to search the contents of a bunch of files with random names / extensions? Plain txt files say 1,000 with random name of file extensions?

  You can always search within those, but you need to add extensions to the file system so that it knows to look inside these files.  You said that you have a lot, so it's perhaps tedious.  Here's How to search within several types of files.

  One thing you could try is rather to make a copy of this file, rename all the files to the same extension (even an extension false for example something.bill) and perform your search on this band.  Just an idea.

• 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.

• 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.

• Windows stops working when you try to use Windows Search

  Original title : stop windows

  When I try to use windows search, windows stops always working.

  Hello

  The search Index may be corrupted. If so, you can rebuild, and then try again.

  "Reconstruction of the Index in Windows Vista"

  http://www.howtogeek.com/HOWTO/Windows-Vista/rebuilding-the-search-index-in-Windows-Vista/

  See you soon.

• How can I use windows search to search for pdf files containing a specific word?

  I have a folder with several pdf files. When I use windows search for a word that I know exists in one of the files, I get no results. It does not work when I use the content: either.

  How can I use windows search to search for pdf files containing a specific word?

  Do I need to install something to activate search within .pdf?

  If you use Win7 32 bit, the iFilter is bundled with Acrobat Reader 9. On Win7 64-bit, you will need to install it separately.

  http://www.Adobe.com/support/downloads/detail.jsp?ftpID=4025

  Peter

• Cannot use Windows Anytime upgrade Windows 7 family premium - product not available

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  Is this true, is there no way to use this tool to upgrade to Windows 7 Pro?

  Thanks for your help.

  Online purchase of Microsoft is no longer available.

  Also given that Microsoft remove Windows 7 sales prices soared $$$

  Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_0_35/178-2293300-2178529?url=search-alias%3Dsoftware&field-keywords=microsoft%20windows%207%20anytime%20upgrade&sprefix=Microsoft+Windows+7+Anytime+Upgrade%2Csoftware%2C164

  As meet you these requirements:

  Windows Anytime Upgrade will only allow upgrades from a 32-bit version to a 32-bit version or a 64-bit version to a 64-bit version. You cannot pass a version 32-bit to a 64-bit version for Windows Anytime Upgrade, for example. For more information on 32-bit versions and 64-bit Windows, see 32-bit and 64-bit Windows: frequently asked questions.

  Windows Anytime Upgrade is not available in all editions of Windows 7, such as Windows 7 Ultimate edition.

  Windows Anytime Upgrade is available for purchase online in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom and the United States.

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• When you use Windows Search error SearchFilterHost.exe - Application error

  When you are using Windows XP (SP3) running Windows Search (4.0), I get the error message:

  SearchFilterHost.exe - Application error

  The instruction at "0x0af609c" referenced memory at "0 x 00000014. The memory could not be "read".

  Click OK to terminate the program

  I do nothing especially when this happens and the disabling or uninstalling this feature is not an option that I and some of the programs that I use it. She repeats every few minutes, but I'm pretty sure it's because the application restarts whenever you "Finish". I also tried to reinstall it but to no avail. Thanks in advance for any help.

  These errors appear when the index database is corrupted, for example during the crash, etc. The solution is, except disabling or removing the search service, reconstruction of the index. Just reinstall will not solve the problem, because that does not remove the corrupted index.

  On XP Pro:

  (1) start 'services.msc' and find Windows Search stop.

  My personal advice: check user accounts all records and make sure that the "Application Data" and "Local Settings" directories have their attribute 'Index summary' unchecked, including all files and subfolders. You can avoid many possible future performance issues.

  2) go to c:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\Microsoft and delete the entire directory "Search" (or just rename / move elsewhere).

  (3) close the session log. Index will rebuild, it may take some time, depending on the amount of documents, music, etc. you have. So be patient with harddisk increased temporary activity. Normally it works with a low priority.

  On Vista/7 Search index is located in \ProgramData\Microsoft, otherwise,'s done it the same way. Unfortunately, I do not know how to avoid the real alteration. XP seems more inclined to him.

• Cannot use windows update, get the message "site has encountered a problem and cannot display the page you are trying to view.

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  I can't use the update. Still get the same message. Fix - it for Windows can not solve the problem. I am running xp. Help, please!

  Hi Hojo11779,

  You can see the mentioned knowledge base article and check.

  You receive an error message "Windows Update has encountered an error and cannot display the requested page" when you try to install an update

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/883614

  Let us know if it helps.

• restrictions on the computer. cannot use windows defender etc.

  restrictions on the computer. cannot open windows defender etc ive to contact the system administrator. don't know how to do

  restrictions on the computer. cannot open windows defender etc ive to contact the system administrator. don't know how to do

  Hey janet beggs

  some tips for you about what can cause problems of Defender

  If you use norton avg avira mcafee etc microsoft security databases they automatically disable the vista version of windows defender

  This is done intentionally to avoid conflicts between programs

  If the above does not want to let us know

  If the administrator is required for the programs to run, you right-click on its icon and choose Run as administrator

  Walter, the time zone traveller

• Impossible to search for .mp3 files using Windows search

  Original title: search search index indexing re-indexing re-index research research research service troubleshooting troubleshooting:

  I always write on the name of th2 search mp3 I want to get, but nothing is obtained, even to folders and files
  I have a game today and I want to search mp3 (music)
  using ssearch windows data

  and not manuallay
  Please helpp

  Hello

  Method 1: Open the troubleshooter for search and indexing

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-search-and-indexing-Troubleshooter

  Method 2: Manually add the folder that contains these .mp3 files to the search Index locations after the steps in the article below.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/improve-Windows-searches-using-the-index-frequently-asked-questions

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  The default location to store the virtual machines is ~/Documents/VirtualMachines.

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