I like Vista. I've been using it for 2 years. I have a few small problems, none of which are a deal breaker.

I do wish I had waited until Windows 7, but I needed a top of the line PC at the...

Yeah, a reboot would take care of it. A log off and back on might as well. The second line in the code was suppose to do it without having to reboot.

Anyway, glad it worked!

If this is a .BAT file, you will have to run it or the associated command prompt window with Administrative privileges to get this to work.

Also, for your syntax problem, try this:

REG ADD...

The only real concern I would have is the Windows Genuine Advantage detecting two separate installs when you try to update each of them. I admit I am not very knowledgeable when it comes to...

You really should post this as a new thread, but since you have already posted, amy b, you appear to be having a different problem than the OP. Try clearing your internet cache in IE and...

Yes, the problem most likely stems from the partitions that you installed on. The Microsoft supported process for dual booting is:

Primary Partition on HDD 0 (first hard drive) ( c: ) install...

What you should use is a proxy server or firewall that can block or allow by IP. The HOSTS file is for resolving FQDNs to IPs, like a DNS server would.

However, what you can do, if you know for...

So, the page opens, but it just displays funky?

What is the error message you get when trying to open the pages? This could be a DNS problem, or could be something with Java, or some other problem like a hijack program (disguised as a toolbar or...

Since you can boot into safe mode, it sounds like a driver or software problem. Try using msconfig to isolate the problem.

http://netsquirrel.com/msconfig/msconfig_xp.html

Alternatively, if...

If they are in the same workgroup (required for "browsing" the network), are the laptops getting an IP address?

If yes, you can do a START | RUN and type



and see if that pulls up the...

I run Vista x64 on my desktop at home and I really like it. Most hardware and software problems that were around a year ago have been resolved and it seems fairly stable. I have a few motherboard...

I run Vista 64 bit, and have very few problems. The only real issue I have is my PC crashes on occasion and windows says its my motherboard drivers and the motherboard manufacturer says its a...

Oh, I did not know that. I always understood that even if an application worked in Vista 64, it might have problems depending on how it was coded if it was not specifically designed for a 64bit OS....

jbennet is probably closer to the mark than anything. Aside from minor differences, the Premium vs. Ultimate is the same beast in terms of motor. Now, 32bit vs. 64bit can make all the difference...

Sounds like 1 of 2 scenarios: The "root" or home folder of the sub account is empty. Or the sub-account has their home folder set to the ftproot folder and it does not have permissions to view any...

They freeze when you play the 'burned' copy or they freeze up when you are burning (making) a copy?

That's too bad that Microsoft is resorting to dummy tactics. I too was really impressed the first time I installed Vista 32 on my brand new custom-built computer (Nov 07). Sadly, the "new and...

I've had the problem on my Vista machine a few times as well. Have you emptied the recycle bin?

If you have, then the file is really deleted, but windows is just showing the place holder. Try...

It appears that PEBuilder cannot create a Windows Vista disc. I don't have a Windows XP machine at home anymore, but if you have one you can try making the disc that way.

Short of that, perhaps...

It should be able to. I'll test it tonight to make sure it works with Vista.

You should be able to contact SONY to get a system restore CD or DVD as well.

It should work for Vista. I can test it myself when I get home and let you know so you don't have to worry about messing up your second machine if it doesn't work.

The BartPE is only so you can...

I wanted to make sure you were running Vista because the steps on how to fix this in Vista are different from XP. Vista does not have a Recovery Console. I forget the name of the tool that replaced...

I am guessing that this is Windows Vista? I know it's in the Vista forum, but I just want to make sure before I give you steps that won't work. :)

Just wanted to update everyone on this problem. I was living with the problem as I was too lazy to reinstall (again). Well, last week I decided to hit this again and not stop until it was fixed. I...

Do you have a Windows Defender icon in your systray?

If not, open your Control Panel and open the Windows Defender. See if it is being blocked there.

If it is being blocked by the firewall,...

2GB of RAM should be enough to install Vista. I run Windows Vista with 2GB of ram and it purrs like a kitten.

Based on the STOP error messages, it might be a problem with the device drivers...

Reading online, this modem appears to be a DSL modem, correct?

Several users suggest connecting Vista to that modem via the Ethernet instead of the USB.

There should be some steps in the...

So, none of the buttons work except the sleep key?

My suggestion: Try a standard keyboard. If your keyboard is USB, plug the standard keyboard into the same USB slot. If the keyboard works, try...

It took me quite a while to play with all of Vista's settings and get my network functioning at home, both wired and wireless. However, if you are sure you have all your Vista settings correct, you...

If you are reading the ad from a DELL website, I believe that means the machine will come with the Vista certified CableCARD and drivers that are required to watch TV on your computer.

Looking...

What is the make / model of the usb modem?

It may not be Vista compatible depending on the drivers available for it (which is what I suspect the case to be).

If you simply want to recover your files, you can use a program called BartPE. In order to build your BartPE bootable CD, you will need access to a Windows Vista machine.
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Forgive me if this is answered somewhere else, but I have tried searching on the problem and am not coming up with any relevant results (anywhere on the web).

I have Vista 32 Ultimate installed on...

I would boot to safe mode and undo those "optimizations" that were run. Or use a restore point.