Windows xp sp3 affects system restore function

On Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:13:25 -0700, "Gary S. Terhune" <none> wrote:

I tried them all already.

When I clicked on control panel -> system properties icon -> system
restore tab, an exception occured.

The system restore service was set to start automatically, but it did
not. I tried to start the start the system restore services manually.
but I got this message:

Could not start system restore service on local computer
error 3: The system cannot find the path specified.

I go to the folder windows/system32/restore and clicked on
windows/system32/restore/rstrui.exe
Again it did not load.


>Did you review any of the topics I posted?

Unexplained computer behavior may be caused by deceptive software
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/827315

Run a /thorough/ check for hijackware, including posting your hijackthis log
to an appropriate forum.

Checking for/Help with Hijackware
http://aumha.org/a/parasite.htm
http://aumha.org/a/quickfix.htm
http://aumha.net/viewtopic.php?t=5878
http://wiki.castlecops.com/Malware_R...:_Introduction
http://mvps.org/winhelp2002/unwanted.htm
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/data/prevention.htm
http://inetexplorer.mvps.org/tshoot.html
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/Malware_Defence.htm
http://defendingyourmachine2.blogspot.com/
http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/...moving_Malware

When all else fails, HijackThis v2.0.2
(http://aumha.org/downloads/hijackthis.exe) is the preferred tool to use (in
conjuction with some other utilities). HijackThis will NOT fix anything on
its own, but it will help you to both identify and remove any
hijackware/spyware with assistance from an expert. **Post your log to
http://aumha.net/viewforum.php?f=30,
http://forums.spybot.info/forumdisplay.php?f=22,
http://castlecops.com/forum67.html, or other appropriate forums for review
by an expert in such matters, not here.**

If the procedures look too complex - and there is no shame in admitting this
isn't your cup of tea - take the machine to a local, reputable and
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--
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Peter wrote:
> On Tue, 29 Jul 2008 03:43:35 -0400, "PA Bear [MS MVP]"
> <PABearMVP@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> I just uninstall sp3. Now, I found another problem.
> The Accessories-> System Tools ->System Restore function still does
> not work. I clicked on the icon but it does not load. It seems that it
> may not be related to sp3. So, is it possible to reinstall the System
> Restore function?
>
>
>> A Restore Point will be created automatically shortly after you uninstall
>> SP3 and reboot...but there'd be no harm in creating one manually, Peter.
>>
>> Peter wrote:
>>> On Sun, 27 Jul 2008 18:33:31 +0530, "windmap" <windmap@gmail.com>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>> Should I remove sp3, then set a checkpoint and then reinstall sp3?
>>>
>>>> How to remove Windows XP Service Pack 3 from your computer(
>>>> 950249) - Describes how to remove Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) from
>>>> your
>>>> computer.
>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950249/en-us
>>>>
>>>> Steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3(950717)
>>>> Recommends steps to take before you install Windows XP Service Pack 3.
>>>> Also
>>>> includes troubleshooting information.
>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/kb/950717/en-us
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "Peter" <peter@nomorenewspamin.ca> wrote in message
>>>> newsrio841ke4nsqcb4kadms36e3jhqtgjj3f@4ax.com...
>>>>> I just installed Windows xp sp3. But after the installation I found
>>>>> out that Windows system restore function in
>>>>> Accessories-> System Tools ->System Restore
>>>>> does not work any more. I clicked on the icon but it ideos not load.
>>>>> What is hapenning here because of sp3?

On Thu, 31 Jul 2008 10:13:25 -0700, "Gary S. Terhune" <none> wrote:

I tried them all already.

When I clicked on control panel -> system properties icon -> system
restore tab, an exception occured.

The system restore service was set to start automatically, but it did
not. I tried to start the start the system restore services manually.
but I got this message:

Could not start system restore service on local computer
error 3: The system cannot find the path specified.

I go to the folder windows/system32/restore and clicked on
windows/system32/restore/rstrui.exe
Again it did not load.


>Did you review any of the topics I posted?