Replace Registry?
Started by
poppyal
, Oct 04 2006 02:39 PM
#1
Posted 04 October 2006 - 02:39 PM
#2
Posted 04 October 2006 - 02:54 PM
Items in blue which are underlined are clickable to give more information about the process
Click start then run, type sfc /scannow then press enter, you need the XP CD
Windows File Protection will show an on screen blue progress bar which will simply disappear when the scan is complete, reboot when it does
If you do not have an XP CD you can borrow a same version as was originally installed XP CD, if you downloaded SP2 then you need an SP1 XP CD
Click start then run, type sfc /scannow then press enter, you need the XP CD
Windows File Protection will show an on screen blue progress bar which will simply disappear when the scan is complete, reboot when it does
If you do not have an XP CD you can borrow a same version as was originally installed XP CD, if you downloaded SP2 then you need an SP1 XP CD
#3
Posted 04 October 2006 - 04:08 PM
Thank You for the speedy response. I have already ran sfc/scannow and I'm afraid it didn't help any. Sorry that I didn't mention that originallly. I've also reloaded xp from the original disc (it contains SP2). That hasn't helped either. I'm afraid to do the new install instead of the "update" because I might lose everything. What else might I try? I'm open to any/all suggestions. Thanx. Poppyal1.
#4
Posted 04 October 2006 - 04:13 PM
Is this how you reloaded XP
You can use this guide to repair XP
Possibly, you will need to press the start button and keep tapping the delete key, (possibly F2) until the PC enters set up. Change the boot order to CD ROM Drive then hard drive, press F10 then press enter, load the XP CD then type Y then press enter, as it reboots, look for press any key to load from CD, press enter
You will need your XP product key to complete this
The XP Product Key is a 25 character alpha numerical code, which does not include the sequence OEM
If you have audio / video files which are subject to DRM you should check with the provider for known issues with performing an XP repair install
Click this to view the XP Repair Install Guide
Windows XP repair feature won't delete your data, installed programs, personal information, or settings. It just repairs the operating system
The XP repair install will look and run as a normal install, however, you must not see a request to format the drive
After running XP Repair you will need to install all Windows Updates
Microsoft Update
You can use this guide to repair XP
Possibly, you will need to press the start button and keep tapping the delete key, (possibly F2) until the PC enters set up. Change the boot order to CD ROM Drive then hard drive, press F10 then press enter, load the XP CD then type Y then press enter, as it reboots, look for press any key to load from CD, press enter
You will need your XP product key to complete this
The XP Product Key is a 25 character alpha numerical code, which does not include the sequence OEM
If you have audio / video files which are subject to DRM you should check with the provider for known issues with performing an XP repair install
Click this to view the XP Repair Install Guide
Windows XP repair feature won't delete your data, installed programs, personal information, or settings. It just repairs the operating system
The XP repair install will look and run as a normal install, however, you must not see a request to format the drive
After running XP Repair you will need to install all Windows Updates
Microsoft Update
#5
Posted 04 October 2006 - 06:01 PM
Hi, Keith. I've done the repair as you suggested, but it didn't help. I opened the same program five different times, and there are still no shortcuts in the "most often used programs" section of the "start menu". I just don't know what to do. Any thoughts? I checked the start menu properties and it is showing that it should list the last 5 programs that I have used. I ran "regedit" and it shows that I am still missing some items. I really appreciate any advice you can give me regarding this mess. Thanx. Poppyal1.
#6
Posted 04 October 2006 - 06:03 PM
Have you got a list of the missing keys?
#7
Posted 04 October 2006 - 06:06 PM
I can get that. I will send it ASAP. Thanx. Poppyal1.
#8
Posted 04 October 2006 - 06:15 PM
#9
Posted 04 October 2006 - 06:17 PM
Keith. The following is what's missing:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\microsoft\windows\current users\explorer
\Doc Find Spec MRU
\FindCompMRU
\PrnPortsMRU
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\software\microsoft\windows\current users\explorer
\Doc Find Spec MRU
\FindCompMRU
\PrnPortsMRU
Edited by poppyal, 04 October 2006 - 06:20 PM.
#10
Posted 04 October 2006 - 06:46 PM
Hi poppyal...
After checking two XP machines and a Vista machine...that key doesn't exist in any of the registries.
Right click on the Start button and choose "Properties". Under the "Start Menu" tab, click on the "Customize..." button. Under the "General" tab, in the "Programs" section, how many programs are set to display in the menu?
wannabe1
After checking two XP machines and a Vista machine...that key doesn't exist in any of the registries.
Right click on the Start button and choose "Properties". Under the "Start Menu" tab, click on the "Customize..." button. Under the "General" tab, in the "Programs" section, how many programs are set to display in the menu?
wannabe1
#11
Posted 04 October 2006 - 06:50 PM
wannabe 1, Right now there are 5 programs set to display. I have tried 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 for # to display. Nothing works so far. Thanx for the reply.
Poppyal1.
Poppyal1.
#12
Posted 04 October 2006 - 07:00 PM
Are you familiar with navigating in Registry Editor?
#13
Posted 04 October 2006 - 07:08 PM
Yes.
#14
Posted 04 October 2006 - 07:12 PM
Navigate to HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Policies\Explorer
In the right pane, is NoStartMenuMFUprogramsList listed?
In the right pane, is NoStartMenuMFUprogramsList listed?
#15
Posted 04 October 2006 - 07:16 PM
wannabe 1. No that string is NOT listed.
poppyal1.
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