Stuck in Classic Mode with no XPStyle option available in SystemOp

[Guest]

Last night a friend hit just a couple of keys lookin' for something on my computer. Next thing I know I can't use the "Windows+L" combo for quick user change. Now it brings up this stupid box saying that the computer is locked (wtf?) and can only be opened by the current user. I don't enter a password, hit 'OK', then the box goes away without switching users. That's problem one.

Next problem is that my desktop (and all other users) are now stuck in Classic Style mode. Going to the System Properties Window (where ya switch theme, desktop, screensaver, etc.) reveals that XP Syle isn't even available to switch back to!

I'm pretty friggin' torqued by the whole thing. To the best of my knowledge, the only thing my friend did was try the "Windows+L" combo for switching users. Then all a sudden I have these two very irritating problems.

Any help (quicker the better) is highly appreciated.

 

[Jerry]

Rt click the Start button, select Properties and uncheck the option for
Classic menu.

Last night a friend hit just a couple of keys lookin' for something on my

computer. Next thing I know I can't use the "Windows+L" combo for quick user
change. Now it brings up this stupid box saying that the computer is locked
(wtf?) and can only be opened by the current user. I don't enter a password,
hit 'OK', then the box goes away without switching users. That's problem
one.

Next problem is that my desktop (and all other users) are now stuck in

Classic Style mode. Going to the System Properties Window (where ya switch
theme, desktop, screensaver, etc.) reveals that XP Syle isn't even available
to switch back to!

I'm pretty friggin' torqued by the whole thing. To the best of my

knowledge, the only thing my friend did was try the "Windows+L" combo for
switching users. Then all a sudden I have these two very irritating
problems.

 

[Guest]

-----Original Message-----

Rt click the Start button, select Properties and uncheck the option for
Classic menu.

Nope, tried that. It only affects the layout of the Start
Menu itself, not the overall look of the Windows, taskbar,
etc.

New update: volume is now gone, as well. Also, can no
longer change users. Must Log Off then Log On to new user.
This is gettin' retarded....

 

[Ben]

Try:

Start -> Control Panel -> User Accounts -> Change the way users log on or
off -> Tick FAST USER SWITCHING.

If that is off, pushing Windows+L will show the computer is in use and has
been locked screen.

As for problem 2, i dont have a clue Will leave that for someone more
experienced.

Ben

Last night a friend hit just a couple of keys lookin' for something on my

computer. Next thing I know I can't use the "Windows+L" combo for quick user
change. Now it brings up this stupid box saying that the computer is locked
(wtf?) and can only be opened by the current user. I don't enter a password,
hit 'OK', then the box goes away without switching users. That's problem
one.

Next problem is that my desktop (and all other users) are now stuck in

Classic Style mode. Going to the System Properties Window (where ya switch
theme, desktop, screensaver, etc.) reveals that XP Syle isn't even available
to switch back to!

I'm pretty friggin' torqued by the whole thing. To the best of my

knowledge, the only thing my friend did was try the "Windows+L" combo for
switching users. Then all a sudden I have these two very irritating
problems.

 

[Kelly]

Hi Kyle,

Start/Control Panel/User Accounts/Change the way users log on and off.....

Added info:

Go to Start/Run and type in: services.msc
Scroll down to Terminal Services and make sure it is Started.

Restore Fast User Switching (Line 34)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Tips:

Add Switch User to the Start Button and Right Click (Line 44)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Super Fast Switcher PowerToy (Winkey + Q) Line 34
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

As per the latter:

Go to Start/Administrative Tools/Services/Themes. Set to Automatic.

Stuck in Classic View
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

If the above doesn't apply/nor help:

Only windows Classic is listed under Appearance:

1. Right click on the desktop and choose Properties.
2. On the Theme tab, choose the Windows XP.
3. If this option is missing, you may choose Browse... to
C:\Windows\Resources\Themes\Luna.theme
4. The Luna.theme is the theme of the Windows XP.

If Luna.theme is missing: Go to Start/Run/Msconfig/Expand Files:
Luna.MS_ and Luna.TH_

Restore Luna Theme (Line 187)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Restore Themes Functionality (Line 187)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm

Troubleshooting Themes
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_t.htm#themes
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/top10faqs.htm