[Essexboy]

OK lets now look for conflicts

In the search box type Msconfig and select the programme that appears at the top

1.In the System Configuration Utility dialog box, click Selective Startup on the General tab.

2.Click to clear the Load Startup Items check box.
NoteThe Use Original Boot.ini check box is unavailable.
3.Click the Services tab.
4.Click to select the Hide All Microsoft Services check box.

5.Click Disable All, and then click OK.
6.When you are prompted, click Restart.

Run the computer as normal for an hour or so and let me know if the rundll error appears

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I did the above twice. And both after 15 minutes I received the error again.

[Tommie]

I did the above twice. And both after 15 minutes I received the error again.

[Essexboy]

OK there is no conflict then..

Reverse the MSConfig procedure and enable all services

I will remove my tools whilst I consider our next option

Subject to no further problems

I will remove my tools now and give some recommendations, but, I would like you to run for 24 hours or so and come back if you have any problems

Now the best part of the day ----- Your log now appears clean

A good workman always cleans up after himself so..The following will implement some cleanup procedures as well as reset System Restore points:

Remove Combofix

Click Start then Run.
On Windows7 or Vista you may use Start Search field if Run is not available.
In the box copy/paste the following command:

ComboFix /Uninstall

Note that there is a space between " ComboFix " and " /Uninstall " .

Then click OK (or press Enter ).
Wait for the uninstall process to complete.

Remove tools

Download and run Delfix
Select the options as shown



: Keep Java Updated :

WARNING: Java is the #1 exploited program at this time. The Department of Homeland Security recommends that computer users disable Java
See this article

I would recommend that you completely uninstall Java unless you need it to run an important software.
In that instance I would recommend that you disable Java in your browsers until you need it for that software and then enable it. (See How to diasble Java in your web browser and How to unplug Java from the browser)

If you do need to keep Java then download JavaRa
Run the programme and select Remove Java Runtime. Uninstall all versions of Java present
Once done then run it again and select Update Java runtime > Download and install Latest version



Now that you are clean, to help protect your computer in the future I recommend that you get the following free programmes:

CryptoPrevent install this programme to lock down and prevent crypto ransome ware



Malwarebytes

Update and run weekly to keep your system clean

Unchecky

Click on the link above to be taken to Unchecky.com
click the very large Download button.
click Save
Click Open folder
Right click on the Unchecky_setup and choose to Run as Administrator
Once open click the Install button.
Then click on Finish
Unchecky is now installed and will help you keep unwanted check boxes unchecked, this is a fire and forget programme

It is critical to have both a firewall and anti virus to protect your system and to keep them updated.

To learn more about how to protect yourself while on the internet read this little guide Best security practices Keep safe

[Tommie]

Thanks for the help Essexboy! Much appreciated it. 

[Essexboy]

Still looking for reasons as to why you are getting this error

[Essexboy]

Since this issue appears to be resolved ... this Topic has been closed. Glad we could help.

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[Essexboy]

Could you temporarily uninstall K-Lite Codec Pack 10.6.5 Basic and let me know if that makes a difference

[Tommie]

I just unstalled K-Lite Codec Pack but I still received the error message just now. Seems like a pesky error...

[Essexboy]

OK you can now re-install.. I have a feeling it is windows related rather than a programme you have. Time to dig deeper in technet

[Tommie]

Hi Essexboy. I am wondering how the search is going? It would be fantastic if you have a solution for it.

 

Thanks so much for your time.

[Essexboy]

Not yet there were a few options but tests were inconclusive

Do you have any dmp files in c:\windows\minidumps

[Tommie]

No files present in that path.

[Essexboy]

Ta

[Essexboy]

No further information has been found that could be useful I am afraid

[Essexboy]

Since this issue appears to be resolved ... this Topic has been closed. Glad we could help.

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