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Old 2nd Nov 2011, 20:48
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Spurlash2
 
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Try this

It's no good, I can't wait. I'm going postal...

Down load Microsoft Standalone System Sweeper on another machine.

Follow the instructions.

Run Malwarebytes. Let it update, if required. Run a full scan and remove any rubbish found.

If that doesn’t do it…


• Unplug the bad machine from the Internet.

• Start it and Log On.

• Log off.

• Log on and then immediately start pressing Ctrl/Alt/Del several times until you get to the System configuration box. (msconfig)

• Look for any unusual Startup items:
(random characters).exe
avsuite.exe
avsoft.exe, or something similar which may be connected to the message you are getting. Google for ident if not sure.

• Kill them! – oh, alright, untick the box in the Startup Item column. Apply.

• Run Malwarebytes. Let it update, if required. Run a full scan and remove any rubbish found.

• Install Microsoft Security Essentials. Scan.

• Stay away from web sites not on the ‘Main road’. Never click on links in emails. Use a Firewall.
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