Fixed: Tech Support - Page 3

Crush · 04-07-2009

1). I have automatic MS updates scheduled but does MS updates also update drivers when needed or this a separate process?
The reason I ask is that I was using installation software that is 2 years old that came with the ASUS motherboard components. I'd like to insure I have the drivers as updated as possible.

Nope. It does not update drivers. You will need to seek these out yourself. Did you purchase the computer from a major vendor like Dell or HP? If so, they have a driver downloads page where you can enter your service tag and download all the updated drivers for your system.

2). Is it possible to allocate or expand more size to my existing C drive Partition? When installing XP I partitioned it at 10000mb.
I had found this on the MS support website and am wondering if this is the process to do that?
How to use Disk Management to configure basic disks in Windows XP

Yes, you can. I personally have not done this but, it is possible.

This program for doing exactly what you were discussing comes highly recommended by the staff:
GParted - Freeware Partition Manager - Windows Forum - Computer Support Forums

And one more question: I installed "RegCure" on the computer...do you recommend this type of product? I am wondering if it is of any need or value. I run a scan, it finds errors, I run the "fix" and when completed run scan again and it finds still more errors? This is causing me to have some doubts on its value...

Personally, I use the free version of RegSupreme Pro for registry issues. I am not too keen on doing anything with the registry since it is so vital to you computer

Download RegSupreme Pro 1.9.0.540 Free Trial - Easy-to-use yet supremely effective registry tool, a complete system maintenance kit - Softpedia

I really appreciate all your help!

That's why I get paid the big bucks

kidding

Can I be of any more help? If not, we just need to remove some programs and you can be on your way

Mitch Gurney · 04-07-2009

Crush:

I think we are just about done...

In answer to your question above as to whether I bought the computer from a source like Dell or HP...no not this one. It was built for me...and in an earlier post today I listed the info for you. So running driver updates may prove difficult...how critical is this in the long term?

What programs do I need to remove?

Crush · 04-07-2009

This will clear away any of the files and folders that were created by ComboFix.

Go to :
Start > Run then copy and paste the following highlighted text below and click OK.

ComboFix /u

When ComboFix receives such an instruction, it will do the following:

a) Deletes the following files/folders:
* ComboFix.exe
* %system%\swxcacls.exe
* %system%\swsc.exe
* %system%\VFind.exe
* %system%\moveex.exe
* %system%\swreg.exe
* %systemroot%\catchme.exe
* \ComboFix
* \Qoobox
* \VundoFix Backups
* \Deckard
* \_OTMoveIt
* %systemroot%\erdnt\subs
b) Resets the clock settings.
c) Hides file extensions
d) Hides System/Hidden files
e) Clears System Restore cache and create new Restore point

Additionally, iin terms of driver updates, you can try this program

DriverAgent.com Fix Your Driver Problems Instantly with DriverAgent

Mitch Gurney · 04-07-2009

Crush:

Done...Thanks...I will check out that Driver Agent plus the other services you have recommended...again thanks!

Crush · 04-08-2009

Glad I could be of help Mitch. and thank you for your donation! I'll move this over to the Fixed Logs forum now.

04-07-2009	#15
Crush Tech Support Team Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Caldwell, New Jersey Posts: 10,112 PC Experience: Always Learning New Things	Re: Tech Support 1). I have automatic MS updates scheduled but does MS updates also update drivers when needed or this a separate process? The reason I ask is that I was using installation software that is 2 years old that came with the ASUS motherboard components. I'd like to insure I have the drivers as updated as possible. Nope. It does not update drivers. You will need to seek these out yourself. Did you purchase the computer from a major vendor like Dell or HP? If so, they have a driver downloads page where you can enter your service tag and download all the updated drivers for your system. 2). Is it possible to allocate or expand more size to my existing C drive Partition? When installing XP I partitioned it at 10000mb. I had found this on the MS support website and am wondering if this is the process to do that? How to use Disk Management to configure basic disks in Windows XP Yes, you can. I personally have not done this but, it is possible. This program for doing exactly what you were discussing comes highly recommended by the staff: GParted - Freeware Partition Manager - Windows Forum - Computer Support Forums And one more question: I installed "RegCure" on the computer...do you recommend this type of product? I am wondering if it is of any need or value. I run a scan, it finds errors, I run the "fix" and when completed run scan again and it finds still more errors? This is causing me to have some doubts on its value... Personally, I use the free version of RegSupreme Pro for registry issues. I am not too keen on doing anything with the registry since it is so vital to you computer Download RegSupreme Pro 1.9.0.540 Free Trial - Easy-to-use yet supremely effective registry tool, a complete system maintenance kit - Softpedia I really appreciate all your help! That's why I get paid the big bucks kidding Can I be of any more help? If not, we just need to remove some programs and you can be on your way __________________ Crush aka Chris [Prework][Afterwork][PCHF Rules][BSOD's][SFC][Screenshots][PC Specs][Donate] I am in fact, quite cool. My graphing calculator confirms this

04-07-2009	#16
Mitch Gurney Bronze Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 16 PC Experience: Beginner	Re: Tech Support Crush: I think we are just about done... In answer to your question above as to whether I bought the computer from a source like Dell or HP...no not this one. It was built for me...and in an earlier post today I listed the info for you. So running driver updates may prove difficult...how critical is this in the long term? What programs do I need to remove?

04-07-2009	#17
Crush Tech Support Team Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Caldwell, New Jersey Posts: 10,112 PC Experience: Always Learning New Things	Re: Tech Support This will clear away any of the files and folders that were created by ComboFix. Go to : Start > Run then copy and paste the following highlighted text below and click OK. ComboFix /u When ComboFix receives such an instruction, it will do the following: a) Deletes the following files/folders: * ComboFix.exe * %system%\swxcacls.exe * %system%\swsc.exe * %system%\VFind.exe * %system%\moveex.exe * %system%\swreg.exe * %systemroot%\catchme.exe * \ComboFix * \Qoobox * \VundoFix Backups * \Deckard * \_OTMoveIt * %systemroot%\erdnt\subs b) Resets the clock settings. c) Hides file extensions d) Hides System/Hidden files e) Clears System Restore cache and create new Restore point Additionally, iin terms of driver updates, you can try this program DriverAgent.com Fix Your Driver Problems Instantly with DriverAgent __________________ Crush aka Chris [Prework][Afterwork][PCHF Rules][BSOD's][SFC][Screenshots][PC Specs][Donate] I am in fact, quite cool. My graphing calculator confirms this

04-07-2009	#18
Mitch Gurney Bronze Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 16 PC Experience: Beginner	Re: Tech Support Crush: Done...Thanks...I will check out that Driver Agent plus the other services you have recommended...again thanks!

04-08-2009	#19
Crush Tech Support Team Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Caldwell, New Jersey Posts: 10,112 PC Experience: Always Learning New Things	Re: Tech Support Glad I could be of help Mitch. and thank you for your donation! I'll move this over to the Fixed Logs forum now. __________________ Crush aka Chris [Prework][Afterwork][PCHF Rules][BSOD's][SFC][Screenshots][PC Specs][Donate] I am in fact, quite cool. My graphing calculator confirms this

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