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Everytime I start my comp it says "Error loading DLL => SCSINT.DLL"
What does that mean and how can I fix it?
Thank you .
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: that message means Windows is trying to load a program component named SCSINT.DLL during startup but the file can’t be found or is unreadable. As noted, that DLL comes from Iomega removable-drive software, so the usual cause is a leftover startup reference after the device/software was removed or the DLL was quarantined or corrupted.

Practical troubleshooting checklist (safe order, export/backup before changes):

  1. Create a System Restore point and export the registry (backup) before editing.
  2. Check startup entries with msconfig (Startup tab) and look for any Iomega-related items.
  3. Inspect the Start Menu Startup folder (e.g. C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\Startup on older Windows) for shortcuts that reference the DLL.
  4. Use Add/Remove Programs to uninstall any Iomega utilities if the hardware is not needed; if the drive is in use, reinstall the Iomega software to restore the missing DLL.
  5. Run regedit and search for the string SCSINT — only delete values that clearly point to SCSINT.DLL, and export the key before deletion. Typical places to check:
    HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
    HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run
  6. Search the drive for SCSINT.DLL (Program Files\Iomega, Windows\System32) and check antivirus quarantine.
  7. If entries resist removal, boot to Safe Mode and repeat the checks. A startup utility (e.g., Sysinternals Autoruns) will reveal hidden references if manual checks miss something.

Cautions and notes: registry edits can render the system unbootable if done incorrectly — always export keys first. Removing a startup entry is safer than deleting system files; reinstalling the original Iomega software is the cleanest fix when the hardware is still needed. This guidance expands on ’s suggestions while providing concrete, recoverable steps for diagnosis and cleanup.

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SCSINT.DLL is a file used by Iomega removable drives. You have two options.

1> If you want to keep your IOMEGA drive, reinstall the Iomega software , which if you dont have, you can get off the internet from http://www.iomega.com/

2> If you dont want an IOMEGA drive, use the Add/Remove feature to remove any IOMEGA software, and /or use a registry cleaner such as JV16Tools to remove any leftover registry entries. JV16 Tools can be found at http://www.macecraft.com/

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