Archive for the 'Windows Xp Fixes' Category

Windows XP Search Problems

Friday, January 11th, 2008

Windows XP Search Problems
 

I am constantly updating these pages, as more problems are found with Windows XP Search Companion and fixes for them are found.  Additionally, if you’re experiencing the first problem, MS is aware of this issue and is working on a fix.  No additional feedback is being gathered at this time.

A file that […]

Windows XP Doesn’t Save User Settings

Friday, January 11th, 2008

 xp_save settings.vbs - Allow User Settings To Be SavedTHIS SCRIPT DOES NOT APPLY TO DISPLAY RESOLUTION SETTINGS
Note:  This fix is preliminary, and has not been tested on a wide range of machines.  The script will not cause any harm, but it may not correct your problem.  Feedback as to the effectiveness of this script would […]

Windows Update Disabled (Network Policy)

Friday, January 11th, 2008

 xp_winupd_netpolicy.vbs - Removes Policy Setting that disables Windows UpdateIf you receive the following error:
Access Denied
Network policy settings prevent you from using Windows Update to download and install updates on your computer.
If you believe you have received this message in error, please check with your system administrator.
The following will undo the restriction in XP Home or […]

Windows Update - Prompts to Install Hotfix - Manual Entry

Friday, January 11th, 2008

 XP_Hotfix_Prompt.vbs - Prevents Windows Update from prompting you to install a Hotfix you know is already installed.
Copyright 2003 - Doug Knox
Usage:  Download xp_hotfix_prompt.vbs and save it to your hard drive.  Double click the VBS file you downloaded and you’ll be prompted to enter the KBxxxxxx or Qxxxxxx number of the Hotfix.  No checking is done […]

Windows Update - Prompts to Install Hotfix Q811493

Friday, January 11th, 2008

 xp_Q8811493_fix.vbs -Prevents Windows Update from Prompting to install Hotfix KB823980To use: Download the xp_Q811493_fix.vbs file and save it to your hard drive (you may want to right click and use Save Target As). Double-click xp_Q811493_fix.vbs file.  The script will modify your system Registry and tell you when its completed.