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    Removing a link to an unused program.

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by likair, Apr 4, 2007.

  1. likair

    likair Notebook Consultant

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    Hello

    Recently I installed a DVD decrypter but now I uninstalled it.
    I deleted every traces (registries) of this program with RegCleaner.
    When I insert a dvd, XP pops up the Auto Play window to chose which program to use. And the Dvd Decrypter is still in the list.

    How can I get rid of it?!

    Thanks for your help.

    Regards
     
    likair, Apr 4, 2007
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  2. jetstar

    jetstar Notebook Deity

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    You may need a tweaking software such as TweakXP.
     
    jetstar, Apr 4, 2007
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  3. likair

    likair Notebook Consultant

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    yes that one I have....
    how can I proceed?

    Thanks for the help
     
    likair, Apr 4, 2007
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    hondamxer82 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Open TweakUI and expand My Computer then AutoPlay. Click on Handlers and delete the ones you don't want.
     
    hondamxer82, Apr 4, 2007
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    woow thats great
    thanks a lot for your help!!
     
    likair, Apr 5, 2007
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    likair Notebook Consultant

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    Listen I tried it, but when selecting the link I want to eliminate, the "delete button " is not enabled....

    Any help?
     
    likair, Apr 5, 2007
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    hondamxer82 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Well you have two other options then.

    First you could do the same as in my previous post except instead of Deleting the handler choose "Edit" and uncheck all Supported Media types. This won't actually remove the invalid hanlder it will just disable it as an option.

    The other option is to download the CleanHandlers utility from http://windowsxp.mvps.org/autoplayhandlers.htm, run it, and choose "Scan and Fix Invalid Entries".
     
    hondamxer82, Apr 5, 2007
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