missing taskbar and start menu

[Guest]

When I start up my computer, the taskbar and start menu are missing. I also
get error messages saying that certain programs cannot run do to low memory
(which should not be the case) and certain websites (especially ones that use
Java) do not load. Any ideas what the problem could be?

 

[Wesley Vogel]

When you press CTRL + ESC, does the Start menu appear?

Taskbar Is Missing When You Log On to Windows
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;318027

Start Menu and Windows Task Bar Are Missing After You Upgrade to Windows
XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;818150

In Windows, why do my Start button and Taskbar seem to be missing?
http://kb.indiana.edu/data/abhv.html?cust=838017.91984.30

Also here...
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Read the instructions at the top.
164. Restore Taskbar to Default Functionality

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Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In

 

[Guest]

No, CTRL + ESC doesn't work... they also don't appear in safe mode, and doing
a clean boot didn't seem to work either. Think I have to do an in-place
repair?

 

[T. Waters]

regarding the "low memory," do you have a low limit on your Paging File?
Start / Control Panel / System / Advanced tab
Under Performance, click Settings
Advanced tab

 

[Plato]

When I start up my computer, the taskbar and start menu are missing. I also
get error messages saying that certain programs cannot run do to low memory
(which should not be the case) and certain websites (especially ones that use
Java) do not load. Any ideas what the problem could be?

How much free space do you have on c:?

 

[Guest]

I have the same problem. I have tried F8 at start up, going to Safe Mode
plus Command Prompt, then typed %systemroot%\system32\restore\rstrui.exe
which is supposed to allow a System Restore, but I then got an error message
stating "System Restore is not able to protect your computer. Please
restart your computer, and then run System Restore again" Without a start
button to get into Control Panel how do I do it???

 

[Wesley Vogel]

This will get you to the Run box and into the Control Panel...

Open Task Manager...

Ctrl + Shift + Esc | File | New Task (Run...) |
Type:
control
in the Run box and click OK.


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Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In

 

[Guest]

Cheers Wesley, I can now get into Control Panel, but now I cannot find
System Restore, any ideas?

Dyxy

 

[Malke]

Cheers Wesley, I can now get into Control Panel, but now I cannot
find System Restore, any ideas?

Dyxy

Try reinstalling System Restore:

With all hidden files set to be shown (from the Folder Options applet),
navigate to the C:\Windows\Inf folder and right-click sr.inf. Then
choose "Install". If your Windows installation isn't on the C: drive,
substitute the correct drive letter.

Problems with System Restore can be caused by malware, so make sure your
computer is 100% clean. If you need help in doing that, post back.

Malke

 

[Guest]

Hi Malke, I am late in replying, as my second computer that the problem is
on refused to fully start! I have now got as far as C:\WINDOWS\Inf folder,
but inside is an sr file (looks like a notepad with one yellow cog) but no
sr.inf. There are also sr.PNF srchasst srusbusd srusbusd.PNF
I right clicked on sr, then on Install.
Got error message
FILES NEEDED
The file "sr.sys" on WINDOWS XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 CD is needed.

Type the path where the file is located, and then click OK.

Copy files from

C:\WINDOWS\Inf\i386

I have a Microsoft Windows Security Update CD February 2004, I have inseted
this but cannot find an sr file. Help!

I would also welcome some instruction on cleaning computer 100%. I have
Zone Alarm loaded.

 

[Malke]

Hi Malke, I am late in replying, as my second computer that the
problem is
on refused to fully start! I have now got as far as C:\WINDOWS\Inf
folder, but inside is an sr file (looks like a notepad with one yellow
cog) but no
sr.inf. There are also sr.PNF srchasst srusbusd srusbusd.PNF
I right clicked on sr, then on Install.
Got error message
FILES NEEDED
The file "sr.sys" on WINDOWS XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 CD is
needed.

Type the path where the file is located, and then click OK.

Copy files from

C:\WINDOWS\Inf\i386

I have a Microsoft Windows Security Update CD February 2004, I have
inseted
this but cannot find an sr file. Help!

I would also welcome some instruction on cleaning computer 100%. I
have Zone Alarm loaded.

1. You need to enable the ability to see all hidden files and
extensions, like I told you. From Folder Options>View tab uncheck the
boxes next to the 3 places where files and extensions are hidden. Apply
and OK out.

2. The message you are receiving is not asking for the Service Pack 2
cd; it is asking for your Windows XP operating system cd. Put that disk
in your drive and point it to i386. If you don't have an actual
operating system disk, you should have an i386 folder in C:\Windows
(assuming your Windows installation is on the C: drive - if not,
substitute the correct letter).

Here is a link to malware removal instructions:
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware

Malke

 

[Guest]

Hi Malke, I have now "Unhidden" all files found sr.inf, used my Windows CD
to install i386, but all files were already there, and of a more recent date,
so I answered NO to each query!

I already had AdAware SE loaded, so ran a scan that found 112 Critical
Objects.
Win32.dialer.Sarister 109, and Coulomb dialer 3, all TAC 7, so have
quarantined all.

I downloaded Spybot onto this computer, ran it, downloaded updates, and did
a check. All OK. I than copied Spybot to a CD, loaded onto second
computer, but cannot connect to the Internet! Both computers are side by
side, and connect independant of each other to the same broadband modem using
a Linksys router, NOT wireless. Therefore have not been able to check
second computer using Spybot. Still have no Start Button or Taskbar!

 

[Wesley Vogel]

When you press CTRL + ESC or the Windows key, does the Start menu appear?

[[This behavior can occur if the Windows settings for a particular user
account are corrupted. ]]

Taskbar Is Missing When You Log On to Windows
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;318027

[[This problem may occur if you have a built-in video adapter on your
computer's motherboard, and then you install second video adapter on your
computer.]]

Start Menu and Windows Task Bar Are Missing After You Upgrade to Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;818150

In Windows, why do my Start button and Taskbar seem to be missing?
http://kb.indiana.edu/data/abhv.html?cust=838017.91984.30

Also here...
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Read the instructions at the top.
164. Restore Taskbar to Default Functionality

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In

 

[Guest]

Wes, Have tried all of these, no success, even downloaded 164
XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs to this computer,trans to floppy, put into
second computer where problem is, but cannot copy to hard drive!! Only a
shortcut! Double clicking does nothing!
dyxy

When you press CTRL + ESC or the Windows key, does the Start menu appear?

[[This behavior can occur if the Windows settings for a particular user
account are corrupted. ]]

Taskbar Is Missing When You Log On to Windows
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;318027

[[This problem may occur if you have a built-in video adapter on your
computer's motherboard, and then you install second video adapter on your
computer.]]

Start Menu and Windows Task Bar Are Missing After You Upgrade to Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;818150

In Windows, why do my Start button and Taskbar seem to be missing?
http://kb.indiana.edu/data/abhv.html?cust=838017.91984.30

Also here...
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Read the instructions at the top.
164. Restore Taskbar to Default Functionality

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In

Hi Malke, I have now "Unhidden" all files found sr.inf, used my Windows
CD to install i386, but all files were already there, and of a more
recent date, so I answered NO to each query!

I already had AdAware SE loaded, so ran a scan that found 112 Critical
Objects.
Win32.dialer.Sarister 109, and Coulomb dialer 3, all TAC 7, so have
quarantined all.

I downloaded Spybot onto this computer, ran it, downloaded updates, and
did a check. All OK. I than copied Spybot to a CD, loaded onto second
computer, but cannot connect to the Internet! Both computers are side
by side, and connect independant of each other to the same broadband
modem using a Linksys router, NOT wireless. Therefore have not been
able to check second computer using Spybot. Still have no Start Button
or Taskbar!

 

[Wesley Vogel]

Some how you managed to send a shorcut when you tried to copy
XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs to a floppy.

Try copying XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs to your floppy again.

Right click XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs, point to Send To, and then click
3 1/2 Floppy (A).

Then double check that you copied the file and not a shortcut to the floppy.

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In

Wes, Have tried all of these, no success, even downloaded 164
XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs to this computer,trans to floppy, put into
second computer where problem is, but cannot copy to hard drive!! Only a
shortcut! Double clicking does nothing!
dyxy

When you press CTRL + ESC or the Windows key, does the Start menu appear?

[[This behavior can occur if the Windows settings for a particular user
account are corrupted. ]]

Taskbar Is Missing When You Log On to Windows
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;318027

[[This problem may occur if you have a built-in video adapter on your
computer's motherboard, and then you install second video adapter on your
computer.]]

Start Menu and Windows Task Bar Are Missing After You Upgrade to Windows
XP http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;818150

In Windows, why do my Start button and Taskbar seem to be missing?
http://kb.indiana.edu/data/abhv.html?cust=838017.91984.30

Also here...
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Read the instructions at the top.
164. Restore Taskbar to Default Functionality

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In

Hi Malke, I have now "Unhidden" all files found sr.inf, used my Windows
CD to install i386, but all files were already there, and of a more
recent date, so I answered NO to each query!

I already had AdAware SE loaded, so ran a scan that found 112 Critical
Objects.
Win32.dialer.Sarister 109, and Coulomb dialer 3, all TAC 7, so have
quarantined all.

I downloaded Spybot onto this computer, ran it, downloaded updates, and
did a check. All OK. I than copied Spybot to a CD, loaded onto
second computer, but cannot connect to the Internet! Both computers
are side by side, and connect independant of each other to the same
broadband modem using a Linksys router, NOT wireless. Therefore have
not been able to check second computer using Spybot. Still have no
Start Button or Taskbar!

:

dyxy wrote:

Hi Malke, I am late in replying, as my second computer that the
problem is
on refused to fully start! I have now got as far as C:\WINDOWS\Inf
folder, but inside is an sr file (looks like a notepad with one yellow
cog) but no
sr.inf. There are also sr.PNF srchasst srusbusd srusbusd.PNF
I right clicked on sr, then on Install.
Got error message
FILES NEEDED
The file "sr.sys" on WINDOWS XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 CD is
needed.

Type the path where the file is located, and then click OK.

Copy files from

C:\WINDOWS\Inf\i386

I have a Microsoft Windows Security Update CD February 2004, I have
inseted
this but cannot find an sr file. Help!

I would also welcome some instruction on cleaning computer 100%. I
have Zone Alarm loaded.

1. You need to enable the ability to see all hidden files and
extensions, like I told you. From Folder Options>View tab uncheck the
boxes next to the 3 places where files and extensions are hidden. Apply
and OK out.

2. The message you are receiving is not asking for the Service Pack 2
cd; it is asking for your Windows XP operating system cd. Put that disk
in your drive and point it to i386. If you don't have an actual
operating system disk, you should have an i386 folder in C:\Windows
(assuming your Windows installation is on the C: drive - if not,
substitute the correct letter).

Here is a link to malware removal instructions:
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware

Malke
--
Elephant Boy Computers
www.elephantboycomputers.com
"Don't Panic!"
MS-MVP Windows - Shell/User

 

[Guest]

Hi Wes, Still have that file on floppy, its 3kb, bit big for shortcut!

Some how you managed to send a shorcut when you tried to copy
XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs to a floppy.

Try copying XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs to your floppy again.

Right click XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs, point to Send To, and then click
3 1/2 Floppy (A).

Then double check that you copied the file and not a shortcut to the floppy.

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In

Wes, Have tried all of these, no success, even downloaded 164
XP_taskbar_desktop_fixall.vbs to this computer,trans to floppy, put into
second computer where problem is, but cannot copy to hard drive!! Only a
shortcut! Double clicking does nothing!
dyxy

When you press CTRL + ESC or the Windows key, does the Start menu appear?

[[This behavior can occur if the Windows settings for a particular user
account are corrupted. ]]

Taskbar Is Missing When You Log On to Windows
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;318027

[[This problem may occur if you have a built-in video adapter on your
computer's motherboard, and then you install second video adapter on your
computer.]]

Start Menu and Windows Task Bar Are Missing After You Upgrade to Windows
XP http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;818150

In Windows, why do my Start button and Taskbar seem to be missing?
http://kb.indiana.edu/data/abhv.html?cust=838017.91984.30

Also here...
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Read the instructions at the top.
164. Restore Taskbar to Default Functionality

--
Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

In dyxy <[email protected]> hunted and pecked:
Hi Malke, I have now "Unhidden" all files found sr.inf, used my Windows
CD to install i386, but all files were already there, and of a more
recent date, so I answered NO to each query!

I already had AdAware SE loaded, so ran a scan that found 112 Critical
Objects.
Win32.dialer.Sarister 109, and Coulomb dialer 3, all TAC 7, so have
quarantined all.

I downloaded Spybot onto this computer, ran it, downloaded updates, and
did a check. All OK. I than copied Spybot to a CD, loaded onto
second computer, but cannot connect to the Internet! Both computers
are side by side, and connect independant of each other to the same
broadband modem using a Linksys router, NOT wireless. Therefore have
not been able to check second computer using Spybot. Still have no
Start Button or Taskbar!

:

dyxy wrote:

Hi Malke, I am late in replying, as my second computer that the
problem is
on refused to fully start! I have now got as far as C:\WINDOWS\Inf
folder, but inside is an sr file (looks like a notepad with one yellow
cog) but no
sr.inf. There are also sr.PNF srchasst srusbusd srusbusd.PNF
I right clicked on sr, then on Install.
Got error message
FILES NEEDED
The file "sr.sys" on WINDOWS XP Home Edition Service Pack 2 CD is
needed.

Type the path where the file is located, and then click OK.

Copy files from

C:\WINDOWS\Inf\i386

I have a Microsoft Windows Security Update CD February 2004, I have
inseted
this but cannot find an sr file. Help!

I would also welcome some instruction on cleaning computer 100%. I
have Zone Alarm loaded.

1. You need to enable the ability to see all hidden files and
extensions, like I told you. From Folder Options>View tab uncheck the
boxes next to the 3 places where files and extensions are hidden. Apply
and OK out.

2. The message you are receiving is not asking for the Service Pack 2
cd; it is asking for your Windows XP operating system cd. Put that disk
in your drive and point it to i386. If you don't have an actual
operating system disk, you should have an i386 folder in C:\Windows
(assuming your Windows installation is on the C: drive - if not,
substitute the correct letter).

Here is a link to malware removal instructions:
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware

Malke
--
Elephant Boy Computers
www.elephantboycomputers.com
"Don't Panic!"
MS-MVP Windows - Shell/User

 

[Tidoudoum]

When I start up my computer, the taskbar and start menu are
missing. I also
get error messages saying that certain programs cannot run do
to low memory
(which should not be the case) and certain websites
(especially ones that use
Java) do not load. Any ideas what the problem could be?

Hi,

I have the same problem...

Did you finally manage to have a solution ?

Thanks !

 

[Tidoudoum]

Hi,

I have the same problem...

Did you finally manage to have a solution ?

Thanks !

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Well... For information, I finaly try a repair install of Windows...
which failed due to tabsrv (product catalog ?) problem...
So I had to reinstall windows from scratch.......

 

[idontknow]

get HijackThis (just google for it and links should come up, it's free)

run it and looks for an entry that says "F2 - REG:system.ini: Shell="

fix it (check the box and click the fix button) and restart you
computer, and it should go back to norma


-
idontkno

 

[SeaMaid]

The latest version of HijackThis is 1.99.1.
http://www.merijn.org/downloads