Access Denied - Msconfig Startup Changes

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Hi Jami...
Mine dod the same thing...I searched all over the net and finally found my
problem and a solution. Mine started AFTER I installed a new Hp All In One
Printer-fax-copier machine.
So, if you installed a new program lately, that may be what's causing your
issue.
I was led into the Registry and had to change a value number and now I do
not have that error message pop up. IF this is the case for you too..reply
letting me know and I will post (here) the solution. I would now, but don't
want you to go into registry and do something that is irrevelent to your
issue and mess up your system.
Blessings,
Apeke

"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

I also get that message and I have recently installed an HP All-in-One
printer and would very much like where I can go in the registry to change a
value to eliminate this error. AlR

"apeke" wrote:

Hi Jami...
Mine dod the same thing...I searched all over the net and finally found my
problem and a solution. Mine started AFTER I installed a new Hp All In One
Printer-fax-copier machine.
So, if you installed a new program lately, that may be what's causing your
issue.
I was led into the Registry and had to change a value number and now I do
not have that error message pop up. IF this is the case for you too..reply
letting me know and I will post (here) the solution. I would now, but don't
want you to go into registry and do something that is irrevelent to your
issue and mess up your system.
Blessings,
Apeke

"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

From: http://www.techspot.com/vb/topic42578.html

1. Go to regedit via start..run...regedit
2. Export registry to make a backup (in case something goes wrong!!)
3. navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE/SYSTEM/CurrentControlSet/Services/Pml
Driver HPZ12/Start
4. Right Click and select modify
5. Change value to 4 for disabled (or 3 for manual...I did 4)
6.Restart computer

You may also be able to locate this service by clicking Start, run and
entering SERVICES.MSC You can also set the service to manual or disabled
there.

--
Doug Knox, MS-MVP Windows Media Center\Windows Powered Smart
Display\Security
Win 95/98/Me/XP Tweaks and Fixes
http://www.dougknox.com
--------------------------------
Per user Group Policy Restrictions for XP Home and XP Pro
http://www.dougknox.com/xp/utils/xp_securityconsole.htm
--------------------------------
Please reply only to the newsgroup so all may benefit.
Unsolicited e-mail is not answered.

"AlR" wrote in message
...
I also get that message and I have recently installed an HP All-in-One
printer and would very much like where I can go in the registry to change
a
value to eliminate this error. AlR

"apeke" wrote:

Hi Jami...
Mine dod the same thing...I searched all over the net and finally found
my
problem and a solution. Mine started AFTER I installed a new Hp All In
One
Printer-fax-copier machine.
So, if you installed a new program lately, that may be what's causing
your
issue.
I was led into the Registry and had to change a value number and now I do
not have that error message pop up. IF this is the case for you
too..reply
letting me know and I will post (here) the solution. I would now, but
don't
want you to go into registry and do something that is irrevelent to your
issue and mess up your system.
Blessings,
Apeke

"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I
got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made
the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup
data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in
Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM
the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However,
the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't
understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this
message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the
StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new
Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your
local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the
real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Hi Jami,

You need to get the drivers for you Dell Media Direct or you can uninstall
and then reinstall it, but read these articles first:

1= About the Error message in the Event Viewer:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ;

How to completely remove Small Business Accounting and Microsoft SQL Server
Desktop Engine
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/897877


Error message when you try to enter a manual payroll in Accounting
Professional 2007 or in Small Business Accounting 2006: "Connection failed"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/916272


Error message when you try to open a company or you try to create a company
in Small Business Accounting 2006, in Accounting Professional 2007, and in
Accounting Express 2007: "General network error has occurred, DB cannot be
created"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/915514


How to move a company database file from one computer to another computer in
Accounting Professional 2007, in Accounting Express 2007, or in Small
Business Accounting 2006
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/919451

How to troubleshoot Business Contact Manager Setup issues
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/901163/

2= About the error pop-up:
PCMService.exe-application error;
http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=120540
Please click on the two links provided in the Answer (majorjeeks) for DELL
website help and support to get more info and download drivers.
The Dell Media Experience program starts unexpectedly when you use the mouse
tilt wheel to scroll to the right
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894519

The screen saver does not start after you install a wireless pointing device
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/913405
HTH.
Let us know.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

"Jami" wrote:

Nass,

I do not have WavePlayer, as far as I know.

I checked in Event Viewer and here are some logs:

Application Warnings:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ
Userenv

System Errors:
DCOM
Service Control Manager

If you can explain any of this, I'd appreciate it.

The orignal problem I had faced was a "popup window" on occassion stating.

PCMService.exe-application error
Instruction at 0x00402545 referenced memory at 0x00000008. The memory could
not read. OK to terminate. Cancel to Debug.

I would only get this message "on occasion"...nothing I could re-create.
So, when Dell went into Msconfig to change "startup" settings, that's when
the issue of Administrative rights came up. After being online 3 hrs. the
tech decided I needed to reinstall Windows XP. If I did that I would have to
reinstall some of my major programs, & I cannot reinstall due to number of
installations allowed on software. I've just tried to seek out some type of
"setting" problem that might be the culprit. Changing that Reg. setting on
the HP Printer as suggested by Apeke allowed me to make those Startup changes
with no administrative message.

Anyhelp you can give me on the Event Viewer logs and the PCM Service error
message will be appreciated.

Oh you mentioned if under warranty, Dell would FIX IT FOR ME....he told me
he could only send XP disk...I would have to do the work. I don't understand
that as I purchased a 3 yr "on-site" warranty. I felt like he was seeking
answers in manuals everytime I asked a question, and did not have the real
knowledge needed for the issue. Otherwise, what took 3 hours to determine???
The steps were no more than I've mentioned in "Startup"....nothing more.

Thanks for any additional help you can give.
Jami

"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Nass,

I do not have WavePlayer, as far as I know.

I checked in Event Viewer and here are some logs:

Application Warnings:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ
Userenv

System Errors:
DCOM
Service Control Manager

If you can explain any of this, I'd appreciate it.

The orignal problem I had faced was a "popup window" on occassion stating.

PCMService.exe-application error
Instruction at 0x00402545 referenced memory at 0x00000008. The memory could
not read. OK to terminate. Cancel to Debug.

I would only get this message "on occasion"...nothing I could re-create.
So, when Dell went into Msconfig to change "startup" settings, that's when
the issue of Administrative rights came up. After being online 3 hrs. the
tech decided I needed to reinstall Windows XP. If I did that I would have to
reinstall some of my major programs, & I cannot reinstall due to number of
installations allowed on software. I've just tried to seek out some type of
"setting" problem that might be the culprit. Changing that Reg. setting on
the HP Printer as suggested by Apeke allowed me to make those Startup changes
with no administrative message.

Anyhelp you can give me on the Event Viewer logs and the PCM Service error
message will be appreciated.

Oh you mentioned if under warranty, Dell would FIX IT FOR ME....he told me
he could only send XP disk...I would have to do the work. I don't understand
that as I purchased a 3 yr "on-site" warranty. I felt like he was seeking
answers in manuals everytime I asked a question, and did not have the real
knowledge needed for the issue. Otherwise, what took 3 hours to determine???
The steps were no more than I've mentioned in "Startup"....nothing more.

Thanks for any additional help you can give.
Jami

"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Apeke,

I have installed a HP Series 300 All-in-One Printer. I changed the value &
the message went "away" in MsConfig.
Have you had any problem using the printer since taking that step? Also, do
you have the website, etc. where you found this info? I would like to read
the explanation, because I sure do not understand it. I know your solution
worked, I would just like to read more about it.

Jami

"apeke" wrote:

Hi Jami..

It's very simple to get where you need...
Follow these steps EXACTLY and you should have admin. access to use msconfig
once again...

START - RUN "regedit" - HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE - SYSTEM - CurrentControlSet -
Services - Pml Driver HPZ12....
Go over to the right side and right click on START , then select "MODIFY"
and change the number from (2) to (4) - - - Click OK and exit out of registry
edit and try to use the msconfig again and the error should not pop up.
Hope this works for you.
Blessings,
Apeke




"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Hi Jami,
If you have the CD with the software on It you uninstall and reinstall any
time.
Bear in mind if you have a corrupted Application there is no way to keep it
on your system, uninstall will be necessary.
Update the MediaDirect from Dell website by opening the Application or the
Update manager by Dell on your Computer and look for all updates and install
them, while you are covered make sure you have all the software CD or ask
DELL to send you one.
About keeping the Microsoft Accounting software and Business contacts, you
are the only one can decide what will be best, will you use them in the
nearest future or not?, and again if they on the Software CD you can install
them any time and use them.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

"Jami" wrote:

Nass,

One of Dell's solutions to the PCMService.exe error message was to uncheck
it in "Startup" which I did. So far, no error message, but again the message
comes only intermittently, so "we'll see". I'll try "anything" before
formatting hard drive. Also, I've checked regarding drivers & there does not
seem to be any updates for MediaDirect intalled on my computer.

As far as the MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ...it seems there is some type of
Microsoft Accounting software and Business contacts thru Outlook installed on
the notebook as it was purchased thru Small Biz. It must have come that way
because I did not install. Anyway, I'm not sure if I need to keep it or
not....I'm a bit hesitant to remove. I've never used it, so I'm sure it must
be trying to load somehow & showing up on occasion in the Event Viewer. Do
you know if there any way just to disable it without removing? If you find
any answer, let me know.

thanks for ALL your help.

Jami


"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,

You need to get the drivers for you Dell Media Direct or you can uninstall
and then reinstall it, but read these articles first:

1= About the Error message in the Event Viewer:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ;

How to completely remove Small Business Accounting and Microsoft SQL Server
Desktop Engine
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/897877


Error message when you try to enter a manual payroll in Accounting
Professional 2007 or in Small Business Accounting 2006: "Connection failed"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/916272


Error message when you try to open a company or you try to create a company
in Small Business Accounting 2006, in Accounting Professional 2007, and in
Accounting Express 2007: "General network error has occurred, DB cannot be
created"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/915514


How to move a company database file from one computer to another computer in
Accounting Professional 2007, in Accounting Express 2007, or in Small
Business Accounting 2006
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/919451

How to troubleshoot Business Contact Manager Setup issues
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/901163/

2= About the error pop-up:
PCMService.exe-application error;
http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=120540
Please click on the two links provided in the Answer (majorjeeks) for DELL
website help and support to get more info and download drivers.
The Dell Media Experience program starts unexpectedly when you use the mouse
tilt wheel to scroll to the right
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894519

The screen saver does not start after you install a wireless pointing device
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/913405
HTH.
Let us know.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

"Jami" wrote:

Nass,

I do not have WavePlayer, as far as I know.

I checked in Event Viewer and here are some logs:

Application Warnings:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ
Userenv

System Errors:
DCOM
Service Control Manager

If you can explain any of this, I'd appreciate it.

The orignal problem I had faced was a "popup window" on occassion stating.

PCMService.exe-application error
Instruction at 0x00402545 referenced memory at 0x00000008. The memory could
not read. OK to terminate. Cancel to Debug.

I would only get this message "on occasion"...nothing I could re-create.
So, when Dell went into Msconfig to change "startup" settings, that's when
the issue of Administrative rights came up. After being online 3 hrs. the
tech decided I needed to reinstall Windows XP. If I did that I would have to
reinstall some of my major programs, & I cannot reinstall due to number of
installations allowed on software. I've just tried to seek out some type of
"setting" problem that might be the culprit. Changing that Reg. setting on
the HP Printer as suggested by Apeke allowed me to make those Startup changes
with no administrative message.

Anyhelp you can give me on the Event Viewer logs and the PCM Service error
message will be appreciated.

Oh you mentioned if under warranty, Dell would FIX IT FOR ME....he told me
he could only send XP disk...I would have to do the work. I don't understand
that as I purchased a 3 yr "on-site" warranty. I felt like he was seeking
answers in manuals everytime I asked a question, and did not have the real
knowledge needed for the issue. Otherwise, what took 3 hours to determine???
The steps were no more than I've mentioned in "Startup"....nothing more.

Thanks for any additional help you can give.
Jami

"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Nass...me again!

Regarding the MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ service. There is another one listed as
MSSQLSERVER ADHelper. The directions via link from Microsoft for removing
the service said to look & see if there were any other services listed with
MSSQL, they might be used for other programs. Any idea if they are linked
together & save to delete both services?

On the Media Direct..where do I look for update manager. I opened Media
Direct yesterday & clicked "update" & it said none were available. Perhaps I
need to look somewhere else?

Jami

"Jami" wrote:

Nass,

One of Dell's solutions to the PCMService.exe error message was to uncheck
it in "Startup" which I did. So far, no error message, but again the message
comes only intermittently, so "we'll see". I'll try "anything" before
formatting hard drive. Also, I've checked regarding drivers & there does not
seem to be any updates for MediaDirect intalled on my computer.

As far as the MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ...it seems there is some type of
Microsoft Accounting software and Business contacts thru Outlook installed on
the notebook as it was purchased thru Small Biz. It must have come that way
because I did not install. Anyway, I'm not sure if I need to keep it or
not....I'm a bit hesitant to remove. I've never used it, so I'm sure it must
be trying to load somehow & showing up on occasion in the Event Viewer. Do
you know if there any way just to disable it without removing? If you find
any answer, let me know.

thanks for ALL your help.

Jami


"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,

You need to get the drivers for you Dell Media Direct or you can uninstall
and then reinstall it, but read these articles first:

1= About the Error message in the Event Viewer:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ;

How to completely remove Small Business Accounting and Microsoft SQL Server
Desktop Engine
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/897877


Error message when you try to enter a manual payroll in Accounting
Professional 2007 or in Small Business Accounting 2006: "Connection failed"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/916272


Error message when you try to open a company or you try to create a company
in Small Business Accounting 2006, in Accounting Professional 2007, and in
Accounting Express 2007: "General network error has occurred, DB cannot be
created"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/915514


How to move a company database file from one computer to another computer in
Accounting Professional 2007, in Accounting Express 2007, or in Small
Business Accounting 2006
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/919451

How to troubleshoot Business Contact Manager Setup issues
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/901163/

2= About the error pop-up:
PCMService.exe-application error;
http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=120540
Please click on the two links provided in the Answer (majorjeeks) for DELL
website help and support to get more info and download drivers.
The Dell Media Experience program starts unexpectedly when you use the mouse
tilt wheel to scroll to the right
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894519

The screen saver does not start after you install a wireless pointing device
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/913405
HTH.
Let us know.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

"Jami" wrote:

Nass,

I do not have WavePlayer, as far as I know.

I checked in Event Viewer and here are some logs:

Application Warnings:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ
Userenv

System Errors:
DCOM
Service Control Manager

If you can explain any of this, I'd appreciate it.

The orignal problem I had faced was a "popup window" on occassion stating.

PCMService.exe-application error
Instruction at 0x00402545 referenced memory at 0x00000008. The memory could
not read. OK to terminate. Cancel to Debug.

I would only get this message "on occasion"...nothing I could re-create.
So, when Dell went into Msconfig to change "startup" settings, that's when
the issue of Administrative rights came up. After being online 3 hrs. the
tech decided I needed to reinstall Windows XP. If I did that I would have to
reinstall some of my major programs, & I cannot reinstall due to number of
installations allowed on software. I've just tried to seek out some type of
"setting" problem that might be the culprit. Changing that Reg. setting on
the HP Printer as suggested by Apeke allowed me to make those Startup changes
with no administrative message.

Anyhelp you can give me on the Event Viewer logs and the PCM Service error
message will be appreciated.

Oh you mentioned if under warranty, Dell would FIX IT FOR ME....he told me
he could only send XP disk...I would have to do the work. I don't understand
that as I purchased a 3 yr "on-site" warranty. I felt like he was seeking
answers in manuals everytime I asked a question, and did not have the real
knowledge needed for the issue. Otherwise, what took 3 hours to determine???
The steps were no more than I've mentioned in "Startup"....nothing more.

Thanks for any additional help you can give.
Jami

"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

HI JAMI...
Ok...I found the webpage where I received the information on how to change
that reg. code...
You'll find it in this forum link...

http://www.thinkdigit.com/forum/showthread.php?p=358451

I hope this helps you get a better understanding...
Blessings,
Apeke






"apeke" wrote:

Gosh Jami...
I cannot remember what the website was....
I just remember googling my issue and it came up under the search
relusts...I clicked on the link and saw the thread.
I do know it was a forum of some sort.
I'll google again and if I find the link, I'll post it here...ok?
Blessings,
Apeke

"Jami" wrote:

Apeke,

I have installed a HP Series 300 All-in-One Printer. I changed the value &
the message went "away" in MsConfig.
Have you had any problem using the printer since taking that step? Also, do
you have the website, etc. where you found this info? I would like to read
the explanation, because I sure do not understand it. I know your solution
worked, I would just like to read more about it.

Jami

"apeke" wrote:

Hi Jami..

It's very simple to get where you need...
Follow these steps EXACTLY and you should have admin. access to use msconfig
once again...

START - RUN "regedit" - HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE - SYSTEM - CurrentControlSet -
Services - Pml Driver HPZ12....
Go over to the right side and right click on START , then select "MODIFY"
and change the number from (2) to (4) - - - Click OK and exit out of registry
edit and try to use the msconfig again and the error should not pop up.
Hope this works for you.
Blessings,
Apeke




"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Hi Jami,
I think the MSSQLSERVER ADHelper connected with the MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ
service, but to make sure double click the service and see the dependencies
for other services may depend on this service.

Here are some Links, but it mainly refer to SQL server which you don't use
or may need at all:
MSSQLServerADHelper Service
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/308853

Default Services That Are Installed in Windows Small Business Server 2003
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/829623

How to manually remove SQL Server 2000 default, named, or virtual instance
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/290991

You cannot install WSUS, and you may find a message that references
Microsoft SQL Server Desktop Engine in the WSUSCA log files: “Setup failed to
configure the server�
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/920657

You can go to the Dell and Look for drivers specific for your mediaDirect
version and download it, if the update manager not working or given you the
server busy!.
HTH.
nass
==
www.nasstec.co.uk

"Jami" wrote:

Nass...me again!

Regarding the MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ service. There is another one listed as
MSSQLSERVER ADHelper. The directions via link from Microsoft for removing
the service said to look & see if there were any other services listed with
MSSQL, they might be used for other programs. Any idea if they are linked
together & save to delete both services?

On the Media Direct..where do I look for update manager. I opened Media
Direct yesterday & clicked "update" & it said none were available. Perhaps I
need to look somewhere else?

Jami

"Jami" wrote:

Nass,

One of Dell's solutions to the PCMService.exe error message was to uncheck
it in "Startup" which I did. So far, no error message, but again the message
comes only intermittently, so "we'll see". I'll try "anything" before
formatting hard drive. Also, I've checked regarding drivers & there does not
seem to be any updates for MediaDirect intalled on my computer.

As far as the MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ...it seems there is some type of
Microsoft Accounting software and Business contacts thru Outlook installed on
the notebook as it was purchased thru Small Biz. It must have come that way
because I did not install. Anyway, I'm not sure if I need to keep it or
not....I'm a bit hesitant to remove. I've never used it, so I'm sure it must
be trying to load somehow & showing up on occasion in the Event Viewer. Do
you know if there any way just to disable it without removing? If you find
any answer, let me know.

thanks for ALL your help.

Jami


"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,

You need to get the drivers for you Dell Media Direct or you can uninstall
and then reinstall it, but read these articles first:

1= About the Error message in the Event Viewer:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ;

How to completely remove Small Business Accounting and Microsoft SQL Server
Desktop Engine
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/897877


Error message when you try to enter a manual payroll in Accounting
Professional 2007 or in Small Business Accounting 2006: "Connection failed"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/916272


Error message when you try to open a company or you try to create a company
in Small Business Accounting 2006, in Accounting Professional 2007, and in
Accounting Express 2007: "General network error has occurred, DB cannot be
created"
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/915514


How to move a company database file from one computer to another computer in
Accounting Professional 2007, in Accounting Express 2007, or in Small
Business Accounting 2006
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/919451

How to troubleshoot Business Contact Manager Setup issues
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/901163/

2= About the error pop-up:
PCMService.exe-application error;
http://forums.majorgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=120540
Please click on the two links provided in the Answer (majorjeeks) for DELL
website help and support to get more info and download drivers.
The Dell Media Experience program starts unexpectedly when you use the mouse
tilt wheel to scroll to the right
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/894519

The screen saver does not start after you install a wireless pointing device
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/913405
HTH.
Let us know.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

"Jami" wrote:

Nass,

I do not have WavePlayer, as far as I know.

I checked in Event Viewer and here are some logs:

Application Warnings:
MSSQL$MICROSOFTSMLBIZ
Userenv

System Errors:
DCOM
Service Control Manager

If you can explain any of this, I'd appreciate it.

The orignal problem I had faced was a "popup window" on occassion stating.

PCMService.exe-application error
Instruction at 0x00402545 referenced memory at 0x00000008. The memory could
not read. OK to terminate. Cancel to Debug.

I would only get this message "on occasion"...nothing I could re-create.
So, when Dell went into Msconfig to change "startup" settings, that's when
the issue of Administrative rights came up. After being online 3 hrs. the
tech decided I needed to reinstall Windows XP. If I did that I would have to
reinstall some of my major programs, & I cannot reinstall due to number of
installations allowed on software. I've just tried to seek out some type of
"setting" problem that might be the culprit. Changing that Reg. setting on
the HP Printer as suggested by Apeke allowed me to make those Startup changes
with no administrative message.

Anyhelp you can give me on the Event Viewer logs and the PCM Service error
message will be appreciated.

Oh you mentioned if under warranty, Dell would FIX IT FOR ME....he told me
he could only send XP disk...I would have to do the work. I don't understand
that as I purchased a 3 yr "on-site" warranty. I felt like he was seeking
answers in manuals everytime I asked a question, and did not have the real
knowledge needed for the issue. Otherwise, what took 3 hours to determine???
The steps were no more than I've mentioned in "Startup"....nothing more.

Thanks for any additional help you can give.
Jami

"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
===
www.nasstec.co.uk

Gosh Jami...
I cannot remember what the website was....
I just remember googling my issue and it came up under the search
relusts...I clicked on the link and saw the thread.
I do know it was a forum of some sort.
I'll google again and if I find the link, I'll post it here...ok?
Blessings,
Apeke

"Jami" wrote:

Apeke,

I have installed a HP Series 300 All-in-One Printer. I changed the value &
the message went "away" in MsConfig.
Have you had any problem using the printer since taking that step? Also, do
you have the website, etc. where you found this info? I would like to read
the explanation, because I sure do not understand it. I know your solution
worked, I would just like to read more about it.

Jami

"apeke" wrote:

Hi Jami..

It's very simple to get where you need...
Follow these steps EXACTLY and you should have admin. access to use msconfig
once again...

START - RUN "regedit" - HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE - SYSTEM - CurrentControlSet -
Services - Pml Driver HPZ12....
Go over to the right side and right click on START , then select "MODIFY"
and change the number from (2) to (4) - - - Click OK and exit out of registry
edit and try to use the msconfig again and the error should not pop up.
Hope this works for you.
Blessings,
Apeke




"nass" wrote:


Hi Jami,
If still in warranty then they can fix it for you?.
Do you have this installed WavePlayer
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)

http://h71000.www7.hp.com/openvms/jo...ns3/mgclus.htm

Also look in the event viewer for any error messages and double click it to
get more info and you can copy and paste it in your next message.
I will make sure the machine is malware free and Virus free by scanning the
machine in both Normal and Safe mode.
HTH.
Let us know.
Regards,
nass
"Jami" wrote:

I made a change to Startup because I orginally contacted Dell because I got
an error message about PCM Service.exe. We decided to disable this in
startup & that's when I got the Access Denied message. But, it made the
change nonetheless.

My only problem with taking to tech shop is there is a 3 yr warranty on
system & that could void the warranty thru Dell.

I just feel there's some little setting that could help instead of
reinstalling Windows XP & having to reinstall all programs, plus backup data.

"nass" wrote:



"Jami" wrote:

I keep getting a message when I try to make changes to "Startup" in Msconfig
that Access Denied & I may need to logon as Administrator. I AM the
ADministrator & only user of personal notebook computer. However, the
changes seem to take effect nonetheless.

Is there anyway to correct this problem of getting this message?

Please help!!!!! I just don't undertand it!!!

Dell suggested reformatting entire hard drive, but I don't understand that.
The changes take effect...there's just some glitch that I get this message.

So why you are trying to adjust or change the setting on the StartUp?.
You could be having a corrupt profile and you need to create a new Profile
with admin privileges and you done.
Also I will make sure this machine is clean from malwares/viruses.

How To Create and Configure User Accounts in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;279783

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile
http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;811151
Here is a link on how to perform a clean install of XP:
http://www.michaelstevenstech.com/cleanxpinstall.html
If all the above is too much for you then take the Machine to your local
Tech and they will advise you on what appropriate according to the real
ground.
HTH.
nass
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