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so, i've been having issue months (so many i've lost count). i'll doing thing on pc, of sudden apps , system become non-responsive. odd thing is, though, key controls (such ctrl + alt + del) don't until system resumes function (approximately a minute later). when resumes, clicked/typed appears @ fast rate. custom build, eliminated processing and building problems. worked fine until year ago.  i've been keeping eye out similar problems, , have found some, no fix has worked... my specs can found @ following pastebin: http://pastebin.com/pkqr36rq (and i'm booting off a  crucial mx200 250gb 2.5" solid state drive ).  i've read , ssd, cpu, , gpu culprits. haven't narrowed down yet, though. i've done things looking @ system event log, , have found nothing useful there. in addition running the system profiler/recording thing (i can't remember called).  if helps, remember time leave pc on overnight, , ...

restarted computer point it's brand new, says windows installing , it's been stuck @ 64% 2 days. pc keeps restarting, turned off pc. can , keyboard isn't working hi n0lan, to issue computer, kindly refer helpful post of bennet martin clicking link: windows 10 upgrade appears hang. please inform of result of troubleshooting procedure assist further. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

my computer installs new win10, , updates version. but, every time shut down error:0x000142 ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** thank update. suggest following these methods resolve error you're receiving: method 1: create local user account . a possible cause of issue corrupted user profile. follow article instructions on how create new user profile see old 1 causing issue. method 2: run sfc scan , dism repair/replace corrupted or broken system files causing issue. follow zigzag3143's instruction on article run these 2 utility scans repair possible cause of issue. recommend running scans in order: sfc, dism, final sfc scan. make sure files have been repaired. let know how troubleshooting went. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / ...

have guest account set on computer roommates on win 10. unfortunately, when running programs computer ask administrator password, if i'm not home can't run them. there way allow programs run on guest account without needing admin password every single time? these programs require higher privileges , inappropriate grant them guests. maybe can creating "visitor" account them. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i continue receive message.  thought google message, find out microsoft.  does have windows 10? ***personal information deleted security reasons.***  ***personal information deleted moderator. please see microsoft community asked questions more information on how can protect privacy.*** hi john, windows can determine if settings account not updated. notifications 1 posted if there updated configurations email provider yet mail setup in windows have not been updated. please answer questions can guide better in correcting issue: what mail app using in windows access gmail account? do problems when opening , sending emails? is account configured pop/imap? it's best reach out gmail support team correct configurations account. apply necessary changes account setup in mail program. can find more information on page setting third-party email account in windows. let know if need more help. r...

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-security/wanna-cry-ransomware/5afdb045-8f36-4f55-a992-53398d21ed07 gives 2 options fix win10 vulnerability, there gpo large organizations? if not there registry entry accomplish same thing? why disable group policy when installing appropriate security fix through windows updates protect systems? Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

to continue initial question posted here , understand why windows firewall allows default incoming connections modern app.  a few observations:  in windows firewall advanced security there 2 sets of rules: inbound , outbound.  outbound rules allow programs , apps communicate internet. inbound rules allow unsolicited connections (as have understood far, random not user or app provoked connections) computer internet.  since windows firewall's outbound scanning disabled default, outbound rules useless due "allow everything" policy (unless there explicit outbound block rule).  regular apps (non servers), such browsers, can work fine having outbound allow rules (or default "allow everything" firewall setting). can still receive incoming data if allowed communicate internet (outbound) if there no allowing inbound rule or if there blocking inbound rule! for example, launching google chrome , typing address, make brow...

hi, just did full reset on friends win 10 pc because had changed broadband supplier , deleted microsoft account. unfortunately using log pc. local account password forgotten long ago. so did full reset via troubleshooter , created new local account. worked fine 48 hours , tried install office 2000 , failed. they next time tried login login account had reverted 1 existed before reset. i thinking reset did not wipe old user during reset , somehow has got reinstated. idea on this? hi jim, for better assist concern, we'd clarify following: are using microsoft account log in pc? can please specify reinstated after logging in account? what troubleshooting steps have done far? we hope hear soon. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC ...

k basicaly theres 2x1 area on bottom right area of screen cant move to, , theres noting on grid there idk whats going on hi, for better assist concern, we'd ask additional information: have made recent changes before encountered issue? what troubleshooting steps have done far? please upload screenshot of issue investigation. we forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

my wife having trouble morning opening attachments, restarted machine, icons on task bar missing, , started randomly hitting buttons.  the task bar there:  start button, task view, ^  to see missing icons, etc. if right click on search start button nothing happens. if ask settings, window comes "gear" in middle.  nothing happens when click left click gear or "settings" @ top.  if right click 'restore" grayed out. system restore has 1 choice dated 4 days ago, doubt need restore prior that. control panel > programs > unist...  shows office 365.  internet explorer found. same word, excel, etc. please help should add did sfc scannow no reported issues. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC ...

after installing new creators update build 16215 screen resolution stuck go high 1600x1200 opposed 1920x1080. idea help. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** arjay quick reply. worked me was, dl , re-install nvidia display adapter driver. i'd noted when right-clicking desktop nvidia control panel wasn't shown. during upgrade, windows 10 chose use generic driver instead. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

screen erverts display once go 1 minute without touvhing mouse or th keyboard.  advice? are sure it's not screensaver?  themes - microsoft windows   inexplicably set 1 minute blank or bubbles screensaver i've reported , waiting fix.  meanwhile in creators version they've hidden screensaver settings reached right clicking desktop choose personalize.  personalize has been removed control panel, , control panel has been further hidden.  if screensaver still set none, right click start button open power options, choose default plan , check display , sleep timeouts. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i had update , found out drop down menu adjust title bar type plus icons , menus no longer there. these type sizes small , hard read. i'm not interested in magnifier. way adjust larger size , in boldface in permanent manner.  hope explained properly. what winaero? appreciate help. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi henry, to address concern setting items (such text, options , icons) on larger size in windows 10, can follow these steps: using search type  make text , other items larger or smaller .  under change size of text, apps, , other items: 100% (recommended) , drag slider until items in size want them be. click apply . should need further assistance, don't hesitate reply on post. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization ...

start button not react clicks.  no icons on start menu work.  cannot access files, itunes, apps.  restore not work. paid $200 usb copy of w10 , nothing changed after complete install. hi dan, address concern, let's try run system file checker tool , see if helps. when cannot repair damage, dism should run fix many errors possible. steps found on link . keep posted result. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

last week of january windows 10 started unexpected restarts many times each day , through night how can correct this. have made sure auto restart after updates unchecked carl please provide more information cause of problem may diagnosed.   please restart computer , allow 20 minutes system run before uploading information required me investigate problem. when examining event viewer log files many, not all, problems show in period after computer has been booted.   please provide copy of system information file. access system information file select keyboard shortcut win+r , type msinfo32 and click ok . place cursor on system summary . select file, export , give file name noting located. click save . files in txt file format preferred. do not place cursor within body of report before exporting file. the system creates new system information file each time system information accessed. need allow min...

last night laptop underwent automatic windows update. afternoon after started computer, super slow or unresponsive. takes between 2-7 minutes load simple browser window or program. in process of using command prompt scan errors or corruption , took 10 minutes load command prompt. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, with windows 10 performance concern, have happened due several reasons. resolve concern, can follow steps provided on link: tips improve pc performance in windows 10. let know outcome. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

have unsupported video chip on main board. windows defender keeps insisting on trying update driver it, never happen. how stop, device? hi, let's isolate issue, have tried disabling video chip/driver device manager ? looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

up until update couple of days ago, there double "^" on right end of taskbar, caused list of programs on desktop pop selection. easy way start program, since make extensive use of folders on desktop. hover on folder in list, , contents show in "kick out" menu. single click launch program. it's gone. how back? hello, feature seem looking quick launch toolbar. let's go ahead , bring following these steps: on desktop, right-click on empty space on taskbar , select toolbars . make sure desktop option checked selecting it. refer screenshot below. you can go ahead , check desktop quick launch toolbar has been added main taskbar. additionally, if want customize how notifications presented. can refer support article steps on how to: customize taskbar notification area . we hope information provided helps. Windows / ...

know frustrating on these "stock photos" built windows 10 when first appear have info regarding information repeat , there no way know from. must have info recorded somewhere, trying interest audience users of windows 10 difficult make  info available on permanent basis when display same photo? hi, if referring windows spotlight lock screen feature in windows 10, suggest follow these steps find them on computer , save them in format can use: press windows key + r bring run dialog box. copy , paste following location run box, , press enter : %userprofile%\appdata\local\packages\microsoft.windows.contentdeliverymanager_cw5n1h2txyewy\localstate\assets rename them make them regular image files adding extension name  .jpg . let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & ...

please pinned apps have not returned after update of march 2017 despite recommendations. should 1 have permanet solution please don't hesitate recommend , urgently too. thank you. pls note device windows10 hp notebook. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi sylvester, in order determine cause of issue, we'd following information: aside installing update, there changes made device? what troubleshooting steps have tried far? if possible, please send screenshot showing issue. looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

the application unable start correctly (0xc0000022) message shows on screen. any suggestions on how fix it? answers post should include minimum information. 1.  device type. ie pc, laptop, tablet, surface. 2.  os type, home, pro, executive, etc 3.  current build.  go settings, system. about. os build xxxxxx.xxx 4.  happening on computer,  boot, screen, app, etc 5.  error getting if any? Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

a dialogue box says can not open app need log in under administrator **post moved moderator appropriate forum category.** hi,   the issue cause recent update done on pc has not been installed properly. provide appropriate troubleshooting steps, please provide following information:   have made recent changes on pc? (changing hardware, updated windows, etc.) aside message getting on dialogue box, able error code? if possible, can send screenshot of dialogue box?   regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

hi i have hp envy running windows 10 , when turn on, boots normal first few seconds hp logo, black screen comes text on saying date , time plus starting watchdog initialization. carries on few lines until says finished far boot sequence goes? have tried several times , left going see if else happens stays on screen , freezes machine?  ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi paul, for further isolate issue, please provide following information: have made changes computer's configuration prior issue? are able able access desktop? we forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

i used sign in lock screen using pin on windows 10. now has been replaced password , cortana came - not through doing or choice. i've got rid of cortana again can't change settings sign in pin. under settings>sign in options>pin, click "add", , polo mint couple of seconds doesn't anything. nothing happens. how fix problem? don't want use password every time open laptop. and, why windows have such obvious , inconvenient bug? hi,   we’ve checked on error having , found 1 on common reason why happens due problem .net framework installed on device. researching on bug happening lead thread . there workaround provided microsoft representative abdul_malik worked users having issue. feel free check resolution provided , follow steps provided address concern.   don’t hesitate give updates on result. Windows / W...

i can't place icon on bottom line of desktop. however, if place icon below icon, placed there successfully, on startup shift icons none on bottom line. i've found when placing icon on bottom line, has atleast have same distance between taskbar , icon there between icons. because of faulty check, concidering doesn't require space when placing icon below icon. hello marius, to isolate cause of issue, please clarify following: when did issue start? what troubleshooting steps have done far? have installed latest updates windows 10? for desktop personalization, have tried enabling align icons grid ? we're looking forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

icons in taskbar flicker when delete recycling bin or empty recycling bin, happens when opening files, have tried clean install , tried update graphic driver. please help! we suggest try installing appropriate driver display adapter manually. check driver manufacturer's website , see if helps. you may perform deployment image servicing , management. follow steps below: press windows + x keys. click on command prompt (admin) . copy , paste following command: dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth hit enter to execute command. if find operation completed successfully, click x to close command prompt. reboot pc changes take effect. let know result. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

after creator update kvm switch has stopped working. pc works fine until switching when pc hangs (no keyboard or mouse) causing reboot. kvm switch usb , vga. have updated nvidia drivers , switched off fast start. power management on usb disabled. can suggest else can try. many thanks  john * thread moved appropriate category moderator.*   fixed - uninstalled mouse , keyboard drivers , restarted - kvm switch working  Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

how stop wmi? because slow cpu ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** can't, core part of windows , although "extra" versions of windows not optional more. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

hello, tried windows 10 on old pc. not sure if infected @ time. don't think was. created account log windows 10 microsoft account (the email , password use microsoft office online or onedrive). bought brand new new pc windows 10 on it. used  the same email , password log new computer did on old one. if old pc infected new pc become infected if use same microsoft account log it? it's unlikely, happen if (for example) had infected file stored in onedrive , opened same file later on new pc.  while unlikely, isn't entirely out of question. i'd make sure have built-in windows defender turned on, , practice  habits downloading , installing software trust. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

googling i've seen lot of postings concerning issue did not find solution help. i error runtimebroker , shellservicehost not every time i'm starting pc enaugh. solutions offered didn't help: - changing registry , taking ownership of keys administrators giving them proper permissions - restarting pc - trying change persmission in component services administrator (i'm member in admin group) - trying in safe mode is there solution this? drives me cracy. christian Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

split thread. i running windows 10 home on pc.  install anything, need log on pc administrator. i cannot remember password admin.  there way can find or reset it? lori of hastings ***topic moved moderator.*** hi lori, allow verify information can assist you. how many users computer have? are logged in local account user only, or, logged in local admin? when trying install, did receive error message? can see screenshot of error? please remove identifiable information on image before sending file us. we wait reply. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

how can recover key window.my key id 6463fe8c.drive label:htetaunglin-007help me please recover key you've post question 3 times, unnecessary , lead confusion.  have responses in other 2 thread--pick 1 , stick it. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

dear microsoft, is there solution yet problem?  see has been waiting years.  please direct me solution works for: windows 10 home edition local accounts only no passwords; don't want any i invested few hours hunting , trying out there.  nothing works these conditions.  can't make thing work prior operating systems?  it's disappointing , aggravating.  best regards, g. lester hi, if you're planning share pc family member, consider adding accounts them. sharing best option households, way family have personal space, including separate files, browser favorites, , desktop can call own. here's article provide instructions on how so. do let know if need other assistance. regards. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / ...

for last few days have been getting warnings microsoft virus protection , firewall not on. however, have norton virus protection virus , firewall turned on.  i looked see if had problem in past , saw has  been problem in past , solved windows update. know protected norton these messages annoying. microsoft  will see , report future update applied remedy problem. holly   no different junk callers , junk mail warning car warranties, irs collections, credit cards, vacations, etc. ignore them all. there's no place report these have unlimited variations. ignore them. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

every time right click onto desktop, create new folder or shortcut, drop down menu not appear. thing give me loading mouse. main factors - not go away/load drop down menu - in order make stop have restart windows explorer - cant click on applications on desktop, can use taskbar , start menu ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** i fixed issue doing regedit > hkey_classes_root > directory > background > shellex > contextmenuhandlers , deleting every file except new , workfolders. thank anyways! Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i upgraded win 8.1 win 10. after startup, blue screen appears, computer collects error data , restarts computer normally. it started before previous automatic update, , hoped stop doing after last update, updat did not solve problem. if not interfere, since computer works normally, i'm worried because can damage system whole. i have msi ge70 2pc apache (g51-n1pr551-cb8) hello, blue screen error caused software , hardware conflict causes system crash. there several workarounds can perform issue fixed. suggest refer link below see steps , options: troubleshoot "blue screen" or stop error problems this link contains helpful information , troubleshooting step need fix error , make computer run smoothly again. we appreciate if provide feedback if workaround resolves issue. Windows / Windows 10 / ...

i updated win 10 7. what appears have been cause of boot error headache had performed check disk night before ran issue. i have tried every suggestion offered on microsoft support website try , fix 0xc0000098 , 0xc00000f error codes.  what have done far:  i downloaded media creation tool usb. changed boot sequence "onboard usb cd-rom , shut down computer, inserted usb media creation tool, turned computer on, hit key, opened options menu. chose fix start , ended 98 error code.. next tried (outdated , harmful) advice shown solution on microsoft support using windows 7 installation disk install utilities fix boot error, lead me  my recent mess. after start computer, , strike key, 98 error code. when tried f12, options menu, on black screen. gives me option use:  onboard or usb cd-rom drive, usb device, or hardrive boot choice. when choose usb, 98 error code. i have downloaded ios option of media creation old windows 7 ...

i have non-standard installation: ssd1: windows 10 (1) ssd2: windows 10 (2) it working fine year. user select os via metro boot menu.  1 of windows (1) got creator update.  today graphic boot menu shows black screen. can still select windows boot using arrows , hitting enter (blindly), it's kinda working. it's super inconvenient , graphic boot menu back.  have 2 monitors if it's matter.  fast boot turned off. eascybcd shows no errors in bootmanager, metro menu active. both os works fine when loaded.  any suggestions cause , how can fix it? is'it boot menu/windows problem or monitor/graphic drivers maybe? nick dich , thank reply. i solved problem, still not quite sure exactly was cause. seems user forgot turn off connected multimedia devices (external soundcards) while updating os. turned them off, did cold restart , boot screen fixed.  ...

even though shutdown laptop,the screen gets off , keyboard off. after 30 mins laptop still heat processor or other part working , , persists till battery drains out . doesn't happen every time . use ubuntu(dual boot), this problem never happened ubuntu happens with windows 10 .      problem there when there 1 os (windows 10). need to remove battery , again replace again through problem. is windows updated? if not, update latest build , check. :d Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

hello, iv'e had laptop 5 months , not long ago (1 week ago) computer wont stay on without charger. when try start unplugged, shuts off again. when plugged in, fine. won't stay on without charger, when it's charged. suggestions??? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** have taken battery out reseat it, make sure it's making solid contact , snapped in place?  pc or it's battery app charge , life of battery?  since you're within 1 year of purchase, laptop still under warranty replace battery if necessary.  contact manufacturer's tech support have them determine , replace part required.  often tell you need send in pc (at expense).  i'd in case ask them troubleshoot determine problem, if it's battery or charger ask them send without needing ship laptop back..  may need ask supervisor exception.  polite , appreciative.  if helps let them know waiting her...

please help, did hard reset it's denying microsoft account login... i did reset failing login account , cant anything. i'm stuck on sign in page.. moved insider which phone model use? when skip step, apps » settings » system » » more info: os build have? Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / Phone

after contacted home depot's web site display took on monitor came up, shown below  message on sceen. way out of turn off computer. did call number, , talked claimed work ms. had accent, indian. didn't sound right. computer has started working again, i'd report threat ms. when tried through web site wouldn't submit report because wouldn't let me list date of occurence. appears web site hacked too. copy of part of screen display. unable make screen dump or else computer. "prompt-sys57.infor says: . . .your tcp connection blocked  windows security system. windows , chrome has been locked until may hear . . please contact microsoft windows desk customer support: +1-844-311-9589 " is there way contact spam report site email or phone, avoiding hacked web page? update:  got technical scam report submitted. couldn't figure out how input date, , kept getting rejected. tried lots of ...

i have no family on account, , if did adult. although, every time try google chrome microsoft family features window pops , doesn't allow me use app, says should permission use it, when press 'ask email' doesn't work , error occurs, supposed do, want use google chrome!?! ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hello,   to come best solution, we'd know more concern. provide answer these questions: what specific error message getting? were there changes on pc before encounter issue? what troubleshooting steps have done far? is happening on google chrome or on other browsers? we’ll waiting response. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

hi - have upgraded 15046 , have noticed apps have accent color applied window frames (and title bars in case of legacy apps) when option unticked in personalize -> colors.  see screenshot: project 2010, in case, set silver color scheme can seen colored tint applied.  the settings window has colored frame (this doesn't change window focus).  bug, or design? :) thanks, steve. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** does title bar color (in project) change when select color in setting? as far know project , office applications title bars , menus owner drawn, means global system settings have no effect on these ui elements. the color of frame same selected color in settings, should change selection (what call focus). if application selected, (tiny) frame (and possibly title bar) drawn in selected color, else it's gray. 1 exception edge, has it's frame color on. ...

how pin show desktop taskbar hi sherry, there button besides notification in taskbar when clicked, directed desktop. also, there other ways on how can access desktop. here some: press windows key + d on keyboard. right-click on taskbar , click show desktop . you can access files, shortcuts, programs have in desktop toolbars in taskbar. here's how can enable feature: right-click on taskbar , click toolbars. click desktop. a desktop label would show on left side of notification area , see desktop items, click arrow . let know if there's else need. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

accidentally clicked on 'not fan'. there way wallpaper back? :) this 1 possibly? can download here...  (click on 1 of thumbnails open full image or download thumbnail!) west bow street - edinburgh Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i can type in search menu in start, u me please hi, to better assist concern, we'd clarify following information: when last time able type on search menu? did make changes computer's configuration prior issue? let try methods below , observe. method 1 : run start menu troubleshooter. run start menu troubleshooter automatically fix problems start menu. method 2 : run system file checker , dism commands. system file checker windows utility allow users scan , restore corruptions in windows system files. follow these steps instructions: open command prompt (admin) . type sfc /scannow , hit enter . if sfc did not find violations it's still idea run dism restorehealth. instructions, please follow these steps: open command prompt (admin) . type dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth , hit enter . keep posted. Windows ...

have toshiba tecra i5 running windows 10. seldom used computer, there should no viruses. daughter uses school web based homework assignments only. working fine, couple weeks ago tried turn on, , jumps right attempting repairs, , has been running screen on week now. can not other screen attempt suggestions have seen far on site, out of questions. can not find original window's 8 start disks reinstall. it's decent little computer, hate buy new 1 if simple fix. thank any of can lend. hi brendan, we suggest download media creation tool install windows 10 , create windows 10 installation dvd media , try repairing computer. follow steps below: 1) create installation media windows 10. refer link . 2) insert the   windows 10 installation dvd   in dvd rom , restart computer. 3) after boot computer using windows dvd or system repair disc, black screen appears gray text " press key boot dvd ". pres...

i have been using windows 10 more year  problem has me beat. closed pc down in evening following morning refused load past opening picture (the giant's causeway) , nothing seems make load windows 10 @ all.  has had similar problem? p.s. giants causeway driving me nuts!! any suggestions welcome. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi. what pc ?  desktop or notebook or tablet ?   does have make , model designation ?   what insider build have installed on pc ?   i don't have or haven't had similar problem. hope helps. Windows / Windows 10 / Performance & system failures / PC

using windows 10 in asus whenever i shutdown pc, goes sleep mode instead. you need explain how trying shut down. if press power button whatever has been set action button , set laptop makers or windows installations sleep rather shutdown. go settings, system, power & sleep, additional power settings, choose power buttons do.  you can change action suit own requirements.  have laptop power button set sleep.  if want shutdown click on start button, power , choose shutdown there. denis Windows / Windows 10 / Power on or off a device / PC

i terribly facing issues shutdown , sleep since windows 10 upgrade. system won't  shutdown it's screen , lights goes off. later can see system not off fan working , battery drains fast. way shutdown system force shutdown pressing shift + power button. secondly facing issue sleep system won't wake sleep mode. whenever system goes sleep mode need force shutdown , switch on system normal booting... i have gone through lot of websites , youtube searches better solution. still same persists. irritated because of these , thinking roll windows 8.1 pls me solution hi,     to better assist concern, ask questions clarification know best possible resolution offer.   may know troubleshooting steps have done on end? what current version or build of windows 10?   we forward reply. Windows / Windows 10 / ...

split thread. i tray uninstall mcafee live safe , can't ... coz. windows message this app has been blocked protection an administrator has blocked running app. formore information, contact administrator. mcuihost.exe just me using computer.... thanks ... hi, for better support, please contact antivirus software manufacturer. we suggest referring on thread solution found helpful , see if works you. regards, Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

split thread. i have same issue.  had pin....and didn't work.  signed in microsoft password , tried delete pin , add new pin.  won't take new pin...just spins....and don't have option longer delete pin. this sounds microsoft bug.... help please ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, to out, found thread (see kalpana shankarappa's response ), provides information on how reset pin. other community members found helpful. give try. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

hii!! need help... i using windows 10. , not able start windows defender. whenever click on "turn on defender", dialogue box appears mentioning, "to allow app run, contact security administrator enable program via group policy". so please me out in starting windows defender. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi raj, isolate issue coming from, we'd ask following questions below: are trying turn on defender using admin account? what troubleshooting steps have done far? we found similar issue posted on microsoft community, suggest check out resolution provided jsssssssss. here link for reference. we'll waiting response. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

whenever try start windows security center service in security , maintanence, shows error(in pic), , regularly recieve notifications start windows security service. whenever trh start it, recieve error. please me resoslving issue , further info, please tell. hi  please follow instruction on page. instructions on page applicable windows 10. https://support.microsoft.com/en-in/help/2510301/-the-security-center-service-can-t-be-started-error-message-in-windows-7-or-in-windows-vista Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

hello. since point, airplane mode icon not changed wifi icon. internet works fine, scratches nerve. please give me solution. thanks in advance. hi jin, better understand issue, ask few questions below: which version of operating system installed on computer? did make changes on computer prior issue? kindly include screenshot of airplane mode icon on next post resolve issue. we'll waiting response. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i asked question , got non-answer (unusual community) could else respond? thanks. the clock in system tray (i.e. sometime in last 24 hours) changed having colon hour-minute having small box separator.  1.)    why? 2.)   can change back? thanks  hi michael, you may refer link information , guidelines on how can change time separator colon. let know how goes. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

i have pc monitor (1440 x 900) main monitor, have tv plugged hdmi slot on graphics card screen little big (all 4 sides cut off) on desktop, right clicked>display settings>advanced display settings , changed display 1024 x 768 applied setting can see 4 sides of desktop on tv it's not widescreen, there way keep 1024 make widescreen (something 1024 x 992) i know there isn't 1024 x 992 (only 992 1768 x 992 made screen small.......maybe custom resolution? hi james, windows has own default scaling settings , colors each display in pc, best system. we understand want make custom modifications go beyond type of adjustments can made through windows utility. can give suggestions through feedback hub , readily available windows 10. can find through cortana or search bar . if need further assistance, let know. Windows / Windows 10 ...

i can't access apps (such calculator) in popup window while have other windows open. thanks leads on this. ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** are able open settings? if yes, run windows update , check update , install updates. try restart pc. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

as image shown above. whenever try add microsoft account personal laptop. happens. how can fix this? ***post moved moderator appropriate forum category.*** hi, it possible corruption can caused why can't add microsoft account in computer. better assist you, we'd gather more information: have made recent changes before issue occur? have tried adding microsoft account before? in meantime, suggest run troubleshooter in article clicking on link . let diagnose , provide remedy. let know if need further assistance. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

present email provider orange have decided @ short notice pull plug on freeserve email account 31st may 2017. after date not able  send or receive emails address.   probable being stupid cant seem find way of changing email address on microsoft account. have changed details on numerous other accounts , sure there must way. can put me out of misery without telling me how stupid appreciated.   hi keith, better understand concern, we’d know following information: are trying change email address while retaining information have on microsoft account? on microsoft platform trying change email address (xbox account, outlook account, community forum)? we'll waiting response. Windows / Windows 10 / Security & privacy / PC

i have problem these 2 powershell commands on laptop's start context menu: 1 reads -  directory open powershell window here all users powershell.exe -noexit -command set-location '%v' and other reads: drive open powershell window here all users powershell.exe -noexit -command set-location '%v' try might, cannot disable them. followed regedit advice given here , got message saying "cannot edit: error writing the value's new content". it annoys me have no control on own computer when computer security and/or internet security may put @ risk result. have handful of user/administrator/trusted installer accounts on laptop , have no idea why they're there or purpose serve.  although don't consider myself genius, have used pc's more 20 years , internet same amount of time, when comes registry editing, information given "experts" confusing. considering amount of money i've spe...

c:\windows\system32\msftedit.dill either not designed run on windows or contains error. try installing program again using orignal installation media or contact system administrator or software vendor support. error status 0xc000020 please me hi batbyamba, it seems incompatible program has been installed results error 0xc000020. isolate issue further, ask following: have installed program or application recently? if do, have tried uninstall , see if still encounter same error? are logged in on pc administrator? in meantime, may run system file checker tool (sfc) scan , restore corrupted windows system files. follow these steps: right-click windows key , select command prompt (admin) . at command prompt, type sfc /scannow (make sure put space between sfc , /). let know results can further assist you. looking forward hear you. regards. Windows / ...

i have had laptop shy of year. when set up, found way make account on laptop linked microsoft account let me use different password log computer. preferable have 8 year old rather not have overall microsoft account pw. want password on laptop, not email password. want account stay logged microsoft account seeing that's account have linked our xbox 1 , regular pc, , sons minecraft game on account. as of 4.5 hours ago, logged onto computer using separate password, shorter 1 sake of kiddo. half hour later went log in again after picked him school, , told me wrong password, on , over. tried microsoft pw , logged me in. i not want change local account! never local account, linked across pc , laptop , xb. want way! want use different password log laptop. not change account type. not unlink microsoft account. background - have been windows user since 10. 1991. kid not. have experience every windows version except 8 , 8.1. upgraded 7 10 , haven't...

let me short in this, sick sick image show in log screen so try put spotlight, , everytime restart same damn image of caves beach shows , yes checked box of show image lock screen in log screen nothing... set 1 color solid or image library , everytime restart same damn picture of caves... sick of image go c:\windows\web\wallpaper , deletethe folder image , restart , there is, seems ghost don't wanna leave me... last option disable sync options account , continues appear... know how fix problem? do log in or on automatic logon? . if not on automatic logon this; instead of spotlight use picture , browse 1 of own pictures. . if on automatic logon go feedback hub , enter short title , find in feedback , upvote. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / ...

using 2 monitors. when opened pc today icons on right monitor. went settings switch them other monitor. nothing display on right monitor. if double click icon opens not display remains attached task bar. can see window open right clicking icon cannot display. goggle chrome main program use on right monitor.  using windows 10 hi alphonse, to better understand issue, there changes made system prior issue? also, verify if multiple displays set extend these displays. here's how: right-click on desktop. select display settings . in multiple displays , check setting selected. we forward response. Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC

my asus laptop shut down , have screen. keeps restart , show screen. please me!  we need actual log files (called dmp files) contain record of sequence of events leading crash, drivers loaded, , responsible. please follow our instructions finding , uploading files need fix computer. can found here http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/wiki/windows_10-update/bsod-finding-and-fixing-them/1939df35-283f-4830-a4dd-e95ee5d8669d if have questions procedure please ask Windows / Windows 10 / Desktop, Start, & personalization / PC