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April 9th, 2007 19:00
error accessing system registry on an XP
Sorry to drag people back an operating system or two! I used PCmover to transfer files from a Win98 2e computer to an XP one. Now whenever I boot I get the warning ' Windows encountered an error accessing the system registry. Windows will restart and repair the system registry for you.'
The computer doesn't try to restart and supposedly sends info to microsoft about the problem and once I close the error popup we go along nicely. This happens when ever I start up or try to open scanregw.exe. I have already reformatted and reloaded XP once and everything was fine until I pulled the files over again.
All of my research shows this to be an 98 problem, what is the impact of this showing up on my XP computer? Do registry backups occur differently in XP and how do I determine if I'm being protected?
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April 10th, 2007 00:00
BELL BOY
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April 10th, 2007 00:00
Depends on what files you have transferred from old to new PC OS?
If I recall, Detto IntelliMover provide a supported applications list for WXP transfer.
Subject to versions, most MS applications/files can be transferred, e.g. MS Office 2000 but others e.g. pre 1999 Money isn’t supported by WXP.
Transfer of personal data files e.g. Word, Excel, PhotoDraw, OE files, IE Favorites etc. or Pictures are the norm.
But transferring applications/files associated with software programs &/or hardware devices, can be risky unless first confirmed compatible with WXP.
Wouldn’t just rely on the Windows XP compatibility verification tool preventing transfer of conflicting files.?
I managed to transfer a version of McAfee that kept deleting all my e-mail folders, had to uninstall.
Bought a Detto IntelliMover but ended up using a USB 2.0 flash drive, it was simpler & quicker to use, & can be used for future personal data transfers or additional storage.
Message Edited by BELL BOY on 04-09-2007 08:26 PM
BELL BOY
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April 11th, 2007 02:00
The system you are using is prone to causing errors for the reason you mention, lack of choice, not knowing exactly what files are being transferred along the way?
Again if I recall correctly it also requires that correct conventions & settings have been used on the old PC for My Documents type locations & associated Identities/accounts.
There are numerous methods that can be used to transfer files from old to new PC, there used to be a very good DELL link explaining various methods, but Dell keep changing/updating their hyperlinks.
Method used will depend on limits of old PC & method know-how or confidence of user.
Never used it but there is the MS (Files & Settings) Transfer Wizard
Other popular transfer methods (using drag & drop or copy & paste) include but not limited to:
Connecting (temporary) old PC hard drive to new PC
Networking both PCs or burning CDs
Connect PCs via firewire (IEEE 1394) connection ports
Using USB 2.0 flash drive (512MB or higher capacity), old PC requires USB port (likely USB 1.1, slower but OK)
Use USB 2.0 cabled external media devices e.g. ZIP drives, hard drives etc.
As already mentioned, in the absence of being able to network PCs, I’ve found the USB 2.0 flash drive method both cost effective & flexible (you are more in control).
Finally, it’s always better if transferring software programs (e.g. MS Office) that you do so by using original software installation CDs, & B4 transferring personal files Word, Excel, OE folders etc you should always have an AV application installed on new PC.