Superbar is in Windows 7 Build 6801

I have only now got around to doing this and it works a treat thanks.... my x64 superbar exposed.

A question. Has anybody run W7 on a laptop?. I am curious to know what the minimum specs are?

Hi Norm, I am running this on my Acer Aspire notebook with the following spec. I installed it on a 55GB partition dual booted with Vista Ultimate x64 SP2, talking about taking my life into my own hands.

As you can see System Info tool works perfectly in Windows 7 ---


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********************** Computer Info ************************
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Logged in user: Scarface\Lesley
Computer Model: Aspire 5920G
Computer Manufacturer: Acer, inc.
OS Name: Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate |C:\Windows|\Device\Harddisk0\Partition2
OS Version: 6.1.6801
System Type: x64-based PC
Total Physical Memory: 4093 MB
Windows Directory: C:\Windows
BIOS Version: ZD1 v1.3813 3H11
CPU: Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU T7300 @ 2.00GHz
Video Card: NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GS
Resolution: 1280 x 800 x 4294967296 colors


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*********************** UAC Status **************************
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UAC is currently enabled

Thanks Les.

New Hidden Goodies

"Curious as to what else was under Microsoft’s elaborate lock, key, and duct-tape protection scheme mentioned earlier, I had my friend Chris Holmes run a scan of his 7 system, as I’m still babying my laptop’s SSD drive. What we found were ties into system files littered across the entire operating system. Post-analysis revealed another feature tucked away in the corner – Say hello to (what I think should be called) Desktop Slideshow. If your memory is sharp, you’ll remember Long Zheng found mention of this very feature on MSDN first, of which was quickly sanitized by Sinofsky’s secret police."

"Okay, where’s the “unprotect” tool for this now?

I’m reworking the existing tool to be easier to use and to unlock all known protected features in the various files across the operating system. Stay tuned, I should have something available tomorrow if I don’t get shot at the polls."

Windows 7 Build 6801 Desktop Slideshow at Chris123NT’s Blog

Rafael's still working for us.

Stay tuned.

I cant wait

So desktop slideshow is a wallpaper changer? At least it will do away with third party apps.

thanks norm.....i'll be waiting for ur research

NormCameron said:

"Curious as to what else was under Microsoft’s elaborate lock, key, and duct-tape protection scheme mentioned earlier, I had my friend Chris Holmes run a scan of his 7 system, as I’m still babying my laptop’s SSD drive. What we found were ties into system files littered across the entire operating system. Post-analysis revealed another feature tucked away in the corner – Say hello to (what I think should be called) Desktop Slideshow. If your memory is sharp, you’ll remember Long Zheng found mention of this very feature on MSDN first, of which was quickly sanitized by Sinofsky’s secret police."

"Okay, where’s the “unprotect” tool for this now?

I’m reworking the existing tool to be easier to use and to unlock all known protected features in the various files across the operating system. Stay tuned, I should have something available tomorrow if I don’t get shot at the polls."

Windows 7 Build 6801 Desktop Slideshow at Chris123NT’s Blog

Rafael's still working for us.

Stay tuned.

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Very nice Norm. I cannot wait either to see the results on this.

I put it on my laptop, Dell XPS M1330 and it makes a weird sound problem when I turn on the computer it makes a crackling sound when it plays sound. So I think it might be from the upgrade I did from Vista.. Going to try to reinstall it from scratch, I can't wait for first beta since signups will be added to Microsoft Connect

Latest from Rafael

# Rafael November 7, 2008 at 7:03 pm

The unprotect tool is on its way. Are we in a rush?

To z3r010 or Brink.


That is the coolest thing. I love it. Am I thick not have noticed it before??

Thick as a brick Norm....:huh:

















Later Ted

I'm not sure which bit you find cool.

"Blue Badge” tool available, unlocks all known protected features

“Blue Badge” tool available, unlocks all known protected features
committed to database on November 9, 2008 at 9:55 pm Eastern Standard Time digg this

Last week, I revealed a weird protection scheme around some unfinished features in Windows 7 (build 6801). I provided a buggy tool to enable the new Taskbar, then teased everyone with other features such as gestures, panning, and Desktop Slideshow. It wasn’t intentional, I just needed some time to rework the unlocking tool, which went faster thanks to some code snippets from my Vize friend surrounding the headaches of TrustedInstaller and PendingFileRenameOperations.


As the dialog indicates, patched files are not backed up. I suggest all users back up, by copying into a temporary folder somewhere, the following files:

* \Windows\Explorer.exe
* \Windows\System32\wisptis.exe
* \Windows\System32\ieframe.dll
* \Windows\System32\shell32.dll
* \Windows\System32\stobject.dll
* \Windows\System32\TabletPC.cpl
* \Windows\System32\themecpl.dll
* \Windows\System32\themeui.dll
* \Windows\System32\powercfg.cpl

Understanding the risks involved in patching core system files, you may download a copy of the tool for X86 http://www.withinwindows.com/files/upf/BlueBadge_rev1_x86.zip or x64 (available tomorrow). Please keep in mind this tool is not affiliated, sponsored, supported by, written by, or endorsed by Microsoft Corporation.

Update: Blue Badge is compatible with previously patched (superbar) systems.

“Blue Badge” tool available, unlocks all known protected features - Within Windows

Bare Foot Kid said:

Thick as a brick Norm....:huh:


















Later Ted

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The question was rhetorical. ie for the lesser intellects "not requiring an answer"

Very nice find Norm about the Blue Badge. I wil have to test this out.

Thank you,
Shawn

Great stuff, will wait for the x64 tomorrow. Thanks Norm.

Heads up to Brink

Just read this in a post. Don't know if it is a problem? The suggested fix was to try resetting the permissions (to use inherited ACLs) on the files in list by running:
icacls /reset (as an Administrator).

"Just a head’s up, this tool will not work for multiple users. The tool worked great for me as the logged on first user, but when I joined the machine to the domain and attempted to logon as another user, the desktop would not show because other users don’t even have read/execute on explorer.exe. I have tweaked some and can logon, but now am stuck with home basic desktop. Still working on fixing it, I will report back if I find a workaround."

“Blue Badge” tool available, unlocks all known protected features - Within Windows