How to remove unwanted program names from "add/remove"TIA

[sandy58]

I have two Nero program names on my "add/remove" list. I have
previously removed both programs but when I attempt to remove the
names I get the error, "fatal error on installation". The size of the
Nero programs still show.
I have been through the "software" sections of the "registry" removing
all (that I found) reference to Nero. No dice. The Klingons remain.
Any suggestons gratefully received. Help Please.

 

[Gel]

One way is to actually install the old programme again, then remove
via that software's "Uninstall" feature.

That should do a clean deinstall.

 

[Smirnoff]

I have two Nero program names on my "add/remove" list. I have
previously removed both programs but when I attempt to remove the
names I get the error, "fatal error on installation". The size of the
Nero programs still show.
I have been through the "software" sections of the "registry" removing
all (that I found) reference to Nero. No dice. The Klingons remain.
Any suggestons gratefully received. Help Please.

Download Windows Install Clean Up Utility
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/290301
The download is available under More Information. Use it to remove
registry setting for an undesired program. Then delete (if necessary)
any shortcut/folder.

 

[sandy58]

One way is to actually install the old programme again, then remove
via that software's "Uninstall" feature.

That should do a clean deinstall.

Gel, I actually wanted to re-install but this problem seems to prevent
that happening.
One Nero 7 shows size:479mb & the other, Nero 7 Premium shows 547mb.
Thank you for the response, Gel.

 

[Smirnoff]

Download Windows Install Clean Up Utility
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/290301
The download is available under More Information. Use it to remove
registry setting for an undesired program. Then delete (if necessary)
any shortcut/folder.

Just seen your post saying you want to re-install. In that case do NOT
remove folder after using WICU as it will create duplicate files (no big
problem though).

 

[sandy58]

Just seen your post saying you want to re-install. In that case do NOT
remove folder after using WICU as it will create duplicate files (no big
problem though).

Thanks, Smirnoff. I am re-installing (kinda slowly) right now after a
couple of false starts. I ran the "repair" option & so far limping
along. I'll be back with the results when done...if ever.

 

[Smirnoff]

Thanks, Smirnoff. I am re-installing (kinda slowly) right now after a
couple of false starts. I ran the "repair" option & so far limping
along. I'll be back with the results when done...if ever.

I take it you mean the repair option in Add/Remove? IME it would be
better to use WICU and then do a clean install. Good luck though.

 

[sandy58]

I take it you mean the repair option in Add/Remove? IME it would be
better to use WICU and then do a clean install. Good luck though.

No, not in "add/remove". Nero 7 prem has one too. It didn't work worth
a toss. :-(
I have been in "safe mode" manually cleaning out Nero stuff. NOW I'm
going to do it your way,
Smirnoff, with Windows Install Clean Up Utility.

 

[sandy58]

Download Windows Install Clean Up Utilityhttp://support.microsoft.com/kb/290301
The download is available under More Information. Use it to remove
registry setting for an undesired program. Then delete (if necessary)
any shortcut/folder.

Well, THAT worked FAST, Smirnoff. Excellent. Thanks very much. I will
now try a clean install....totally fearlessly this time as I know I
can clear it now. ATB from Scotland, Smirnoff.

 

[Smirnoff]

Well, THAT worked FAST, Smirnoff. Excellent. Thanks very much. I will
now try a clean install....totally fearlessly this time as I know I
can clear it now. ATB from Scotland, Smirnoff.

You're welcome. Please let me know if install is successful.

 

[Kelly]

Troubleshooting, Removing and/or Cleaning Add or Remove Programs
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_a.htm#addremove

Tip: Clear Disabled Items from Msconfig Startup and Selective Startup (Line
148)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm
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All the Best,
Kelly (MS-MVP/DTS&XP)

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