"Windows could not start the Security Center service on Local Computer

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southieguy

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"Windows could not start the Security Center service on Local Computer

I'm running W7 Home Premium. I used to run Comodo's Internet Security Suite, but recently uninstalled that and switched to MSSE.

I get the following msg from the Action Center:
"Windows could not start the Security Center service on Local Computer." Error code 5

The Security Center service is set to Automatic (D). If I try to start it manually I get the above message. Both required dependencies are set to automatic, and have started ok.

Any help in resolving this would be much appreciated.

Dick
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Dell 4600i
OS
windows 7 home premium - 32 bit
CPU
Intel Pentium 4 Prescott 90nm technologu
Motherboard
Dell Computer Corp. 0F4491 (Microprocessor)
Memory
2.0GB Dual-Channel DDR @ 166MHz (2.5-3-3-7)
Graphics Card(s)
DELL 1707FP @ 1024x768 - 64MB Standard VGA Graphics Adapter
Sound Card
SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
Hard Drives
78GB Maxtor Maxtor 6Y080L0 ATA Device (IDE)
488GB Western Digital WDC WD5000AAKS-00D2B0 ATA Device (IDE)
Try starting the service from a command prompt. Type cmd in the Start Menu search box, right click cmd.exe and select "Run as Administrator". In the commnd window type "net start wscsvc" without the quotes.
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Too many to describe...
OS
Windows 7 x64 pro/ Windows 7 x86 Pro/ XP SP3 x86
Bill2:
Thanks for replying. Tried what you said . . . didn't work. Got the following:
A system error has occured.
System error 5 has occured.
Access is denied.

Dick
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Dell 4600i
OS
windows 7 home premium - 32 bit
CPU
Intel Pentium 4 Prescott 90nm technologu
Motherboard
Dell Computer Corp. 0F4491 (Microprocessor)
Memory
2.0GB Dual-Channel DDR @ 166MHz (2.5-3-3-7)
Graphics Card(s)
DELL 1707FP @ 1024x768 - 64MB Standard VGA Graphics Adapter
Sound Card
SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
Hard Drives
78GB Maxtor Maxtor 6Y080L0 ATA Device (IDE)
488GB Western Digital WDC WD5000AAKS-00D2B0 ATA Device (IDE)
Could be some Comodo's Internet Security Suite drivers, left in C:\Windows\System32\drivers...They might still trigger!

You'll have to recognize them in that system32\drivers folder, then go in the registry to delete the keys...(see attached thumbnails for the path), And then delete the drivers from Comodo ISS from that system32\drivers folder.
 

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Computer type
PC/Desktop
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Custom Build
OS
Windows 7 Professional SP1 - x64 [Non-UEFI Boot]
CPU
Ivy Bridge Core i5 3570K (Delidded)
Motherboard
Asus P8Z77-V LE PLUS
Memory
G.Skill "Ares" DDR3 PC3-12800 - 1600MHz (16Gb)
Graphics Card(s)
Asus Dual-RX480-O4G
Sound Card
Creative Sound Blaster Z w/5.1 sound system
Monitor(s) Displays
Asus IPS 23"
Screen Resolution
16/9
Hard Drives
Internal:
500Go Sata 6Gb/s (x2)
500Go Sata 3Gb/s (x2)
SSD 60Go Sata 6Gb/s
PSU
In Win C 900W Series 80+ Platinum
Case
Thermaltake Chaser A71
Cooling
Custom Water Cooling Loop
Keyboard
Cooler Master QuickFire XTi
Mouse
Razer Imperator 2012 (4G)
Antivirus
MSE
Browser
IE 11.0.xxx Rtm
Other Info
"Raid0" with Intel Smart Response Technology (HDD/SSD)
Thanks to you both for your helpful responses. I finally decided yesterday that the quickest way out of my problem was to re-install W7, and start cleanly again.

If I had to guess I think my problem came up with my using CCleaner and Revouninstaller too freely as far as "cleaning" my registry.

I'm an amatuer computer hobbyist who loves to tinker; and have installed/uninstalled Comodo, MSSE, and a few other security/firewall apps - and that's where the registry cleaning probably bit me.

Sorry I wont be able to try your suggestions. For me, I'm going to continue to play and tinker, but I'm going to steer clear of registry cleaning.

Best to you both,
Dick
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Dell 4600i
OS
windows 7 home premium - 32 bit
CPU
Intel Pentium 4 Prescott 90nm technologu
Motherboard
Dell Computer Corp. 0F4491 (Microprocessor)
Memory
2.0GB Dual-Channel DDR @ 166MHz (2.5-3-3-7)
Graphics Card(s)
DELL 1707FP @ 1024x768 - 64MB Standard VGA Graphics Adapter
Sound Card
SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
Hard Drives
78GB Maxtor Maxtor 6Y080L0 ATA Device (IDE)
488GB Western Digital WDC WD5000AAKS-00D2B0 ATA Device (IDE)
southieguy said:
Thanks to you both for your helpful responses. I finally decided yesterday that the quickest way out of my problem was to re-install W7, and start cleanly again.

If I had to guess I think my problem came up with my using CCleaner and Revouninstaller too freely as far as "cleaning" my registry.

I'm an amatuer computer hobbyist who loves to tinker; and have installed/uninstalled Comodo, MSSE, and a few other security/firewall apps - and that's where the registry cleaning probably bit me.

Sorry I wont be able to try your suggestions. For me, I'm going to continue to play and tinker, but I'm going to steer clear of registry cleaning.

Best to you both,
Dick
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No worries...:)
 

My Computer

Computer type
PC/Desktop
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Custom Build
OS
Windows 7 Professional SP1 - x64 [Non-UEFI Boot]
CPU
Ivy Bridge Core i5 3570K (Delidded)
Motherboard
Asus P8Z77-V LE PLUS
Memory
G.Skill "Ares" DDR3 PC3-12800 - 1600MHz (16Gb)
Graphics Card(s)
Asus Dual-RX480-O4G
Sound Card
Creative Sound Blaster Z w/5.1 sound system
Monitor(s) Displays
Asus IPS 23"
Screen Resolution
16/9
Hard Drives
Internal:
500Go Sata 6Gb/s (x2)
500Go Sata 3Gb/s (x2)
SSD 60Go Sata 6Gb/s
PSU
In Win C 900W Series 80+ Platinum
Case
Thermaltake Chaser A71
Cooling
Custom Water Cooling Loop
Keyboard
Cooler Master QuickFire XTi
Mouse
Razer Imperator 2012 (4G)
Antivirus
MSE
Browser
IE 11.0.xxx Rtm
Other Info
"Raid0" with Intel Smart Response Technology (HDD/SSD)
southieguy said:
For me, I'm going to continue to play and tinker, but I'm going to steer clear of registry cleaning.

Dick
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Hi, Dick.

Since you are going to continue playing and tinkering with your computer, and have a fresh install -- updated with the latest security updates, I hope -- now would be a good time to create a backup.
 

My Computer

OS
Windows 7 & Windows Vista Ultimate
I managed to flub up two computers using Revo Uninstaller. Be 'extra' cautious with this product!
 

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Computer type
PC/Desktop
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Bruce ... somewhere in his 40's
OS
Windows 7 Ultimate 32bit SP1
CPU
Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU @ 2.40GHz, 2400 MHz
Motherboard
INTEL/D975XBX2
Memory
4 GB
Graphics Card(s)
ATI Radeon HD 2600 Pro
Monitor(s) Displays
Samsung SyncMaster 914v
Screen Resolution
1280 x 1024
Hard Drives
2/500GB each ... ST3500630AS ATA Device.
One is not connected
PSU
Rocketfish 700 W
Case
G.Skill Gigabyte Chassis
Keyboard
Standard PS/2 Keyboard
Mouse
Microsoft PS/2 Mouse
Internet Speed
DSL
Antivirus
Avira Internet Security
Browser
IE 11
Other Info
ATI HDMI Audio
Corinne:
Thanks for the tip. I have an Microsoft image and a DriveImage XML image - both of which I've stashed away and saved, just in case my tinkering bites me again.

Jaycee:
I'll keep that in mind, 'cause I've been using CCleaner's registry cleaning, and Revo's too - too freely obviously.

Best to you all,
Dick
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Dell 4600i
OS
windows 7 home premium - 32 bit
CPU
Intel Pentium 4 Prescott 90nm technologu
Motherboard
Dell Computer Corp. 0F4491 (Microprocessor)
Memory
2.0GB Dual-Channel DDR @ 166MHz (2.5-3-3-7)
Graphics Card(s)
DELL 1707FP @ 1024x768 - 64MB Standard VGA Graphics Adapter
Sound Card
SoundMAX Integrated Digital Audio
Hard Drives
78GB Maxtor Maxtor 6Y080L0 ATA Device (IDE)
488GB Western Digital WDC WD5000AAKS-00D2B0 ATA Device (IDE)
You're welcome, Dick. Have fun playing with your computer! :)
 

My Computer

OS
Windows 7 & Windows Vista Ultimate
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