windows and internet explorer problems.

[suffocate83]

when i try to open ANYTHING to do with explorer (ex: internet explorer, windows explorer, "My Computer" etc...) the cursor loads the hourglass like it is going to load explorer, then the hourglass goes away. the system sits for about 45 seconds to 90 seconds. the page/folder/my computer finally opens. opening folders, once explorer is running, is like normal.

i have tried running spybot s&d, ad-aware multiple times, and also virus scans with multiple softwares. still the problem remains. i even did a "repair" installation of windows.

hope someone can help.

Dave Williams
Network Administration Student
productofeuphio@netscape.net

 

[kippy13]

What service pack have u installed, are u on a network?

"Sometimes I do not know but I try hard"- R.F. Haughty 1923

 

[bcastner]

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;819017

Check also that you do not have any expired or invalid network drives or shares mapped.

 

[outonalimb]

In these circumstances you should always check the Event Log first. Go to Programs > Administrative Tools > Event Viewer and look through the Application and System logs for errors.

If there are any, note down the EventID number and go to

http://www.eventid.net.

This is a great resource for solving problems.

Regards,

 

[suffocate83]

ok, i tried everything i thought of. i bit the bullet and just re-installed XP. backed up all data and did a fresh install. i kind of wanted to start fresh again anyways.

thanks for the help though!

Dave Williams
Network Administration Student
productofeuphio@netscape.net