This is really strange, but my computer works fine except when I try to 'switch user', then it crashes and freezes up, I can get into the other account but can't do anything with it. If I log off one account and log into the other it works fine, I just can't switch user. Any ideas?!
(My computer is 100% free of virus, malware etc, I got a copy of some very powerful anti virus, and registry repair software).
2007-01-12 12:38:49 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
(I ran the registry repair long before the problem started, so that hasn't caused it.)
2007-01-12 12:47:44 · update #1
User Switching requires some specific DLL's to be loaded during start-up. I bet you disabled them in the Registry.
If System File Checker doesn't fix it, you will need to track down the names of the DLL's involved and 're-register' them.
NB> Check also MS Knowledge Base for 'Fast User Switching' bug
2007-01-12 21:09:27 · answer #1 · answered by Steve B 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
The fast user switching in windows xp is actually what is known as a 'service' which normally runs in the background. sometimes the files for this service can become corrupted but the most common cause of this problem is that some how the service or one of the ther service it depends on has been shut down.
It is difficult to describe how to check and fix this if it is the services that are at fault so I would take the system to a certified repair center. But do make back up copies of any important files and documents before doing so as you will not be able to get them back if they are lost.
2007-01-13 11:47:15 · answer #2 · answered by ManoGod 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If its an old computer it may be because of your System RAM or low HD space ,or windows XP need to be reinstalled.
This is the reason why i turned off this feature on my laptop,cause it does not have sufficient RAM. When you swich it either puts the user stuff in system RAM or the HD.
If the HD is the case you need to buy a new internal HD. if you dont know how to install it consider asking a real professional.
Tips for a New HD:
*NEVER get a HD with a speed of 5400 RPM,always get one with 7200 RPM.
*Make sure it is atleast 80 GB or higher in disk space. or your going to run out of disk space again.
If you need to reinstall windows xp.
(if your computer came with its own system recovery use that,instead of the windows xp disk.)
Also if you remember a date when it was working you can use the system tool system restore. ( I would try this first)
System Restore:
start> programs> accessories> system tools> system recovery> then choose the option: restore my computer from an earlier time> then choose a date when it was working last then hit ok, or the button that goes to the next step.
(sometimes you wont have a system restore point and you cant use this.)
To reinstall windows XP: (if all else fails then do this)
BEFORE: make sure you back-up your my documents to a External Source (CD, DVD, Hard Drive, NOT Floppy)
Also you may need to reinstall drivers. So i really suggest downloading them first and burn them to a CD incase your drivers go missing.
*Shut down your computer
* While its booting up put your windows xp disk/ system recover disk (which ever one you have)
* Follow the on-screen instructions.
* After this is done , you may need to reinstall your Drivers for your hardware. You will need to find that on your manufacturer's website.
* if its an old computer you will need to run microsoft update to get Windows XP service pack 2.
2007-01-12 12:57:11 · answer #3 · answered by compy_500 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try doing a system restore and restore it to a date it was working good prior to the problem
to do a system restore
click on Start - All programs - Accessories - System Tools - System Restore
once you get into the restore window - and go through each step it will restart your computer
then see if that solves your problem
2007-01-12 12:56:35 · answer #4 · answered by dreddful1 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your computer is not working properly while you are working on it, it could be a problem with device drivers, hardware or software.
Detailed instructions at http://tinyurl.com/yk5zpr
2007-01-12 13:09:34 · answer #5 · answered by asila 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the bit in brackets says it.
registry "repair"?
dont fk with the registry.
no doubt, words like powerful, are marketing twot by 3rd rate online bogus antivirus.
You need a re format, to rid your self of your false belief in the security youve got, and damage you and it have done.
2007-01-12 12:45:26 · answer #6 · answered by ben b 5 · 1⤊ 5⤋
can you delete it? maybe you have to go to wndows.com or dell.com and email them for your problem
2007-01-12 12:44:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
run system file checker
http://mypchelp.blogspot.com/2006/12/system-file-checker.html
2007-01-12 14:09:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋