Install shield not allowing removel  
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RobbiePrince





PostPosted: Sat Apr 03 12:29:37 CST 2004 Top

Windows XP >> Install shield not allowing removel I have had some problems with a particular programme and
wish to uninstall/reinstall.When I go to add/remove
programs and try,I get the message "install shield (R)
set up has encountered a problem and needs to close" How
can I get around this and remove my program...Thanks, Paul

ps..I am using xp pro and the particular program is Ulead
DVD Player .

Windows XP90  
 
 
Sharon





PostPosted: Sat Apr 03 12:29:37 CST 2004 Top

Windows XP >> Install shield not allowing removel On Sat, 3 Apr 2004 09:57:04 -0800, Paul wrote:

> I have had some problems with a particular programme and
> wish to uninstall/reinstall.When I go to add/remove
> programs and try,I get the message "install shield (R)
> set up has encountered a problem and needs to close" How
> can I get around this and remove my program...Thanks, Paul
>
> ps..I am using xp pro and the particular program is Ulead
> DVD Player .

Sometimes the uninstall information is damaged or missing. You could try
reinstalling the program in the hopes of rebuilding that info and then try
an uninstall.

Or a portion of the program may be active: End the program and uninstall.
Or, if listed in Task Manager, you can right click and select End Process.
Then uninstall. Or, restart to Safe Mode and uninstall.

Some programs can just be plain difficult to remove. In these cases, check
with the vendor for technical advice on removing their application. If no
luck, you'll need to remove manually. Since it can be very difficult to
find all of the pieces, files in multiple locations and many registry
entries, this is a last resort.

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Sharon F
MS-MVP ~ Windows XP Shell/User