Icon Cache seems to be not working in Windows 7

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  1. Posts : 373
    Windows 7 Ultimate x6
    Thread Starter
       #41

    karlsnooks said:
    kevin,
    see post #30
    I will try your instructions this coming weekend, sorry have been caught up with work.

    A Guy said:
    Might I suggest an easy test? Perform a clean start and make sure it isn't an application conflict. If no change, also suggest boot without AV active. Many of todays AV programs want to have a hand in everything. Many (if not all) AV's will not allow you to remove from startup using the clean start/msconfig method.

    Troubleshoot Application Conflicts by Performing a Clean Startup

    A Guy
    Will try this also. I'm not so sure if the cause is my AV because I only use Microsoft Security Essentials which is very lightweight anyway.
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  2. Posts : 373
    Windows 7 Ultimate x6
    Thread Starter
       #42

    karlsnooks said:
    sfc gives you a clean bill of health.

    this leaves us with:
    1. some wonder program is causing the problem,
    2. too many programs running in background and/or at startup time,
    3. malware.

    The least effort for you is to follow the procedure I give, more work for me but easy for you.

    Install CCleaner:
    CCleaner - PC Optimization and Cleaning - Free Download

    list of STARTUP PROGRAMS

    CCleaner | Tools
    icon | Startup button | Windows tab |
    click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
    accept Startup.txt as file name | SAVE button

    list of SCHEDULED TASKS

    CCleaner | Tools
    icon | Startup button | Scheduled Tasks tab |
    click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
    enter Scheduled Tasks as File name | Save button

    List of INSTALLED PROGRAMS

    CCleaner | Tools
    icon | Uninstall button |
    click on Save to text file button (bottom right side) |
    accept install.txt as File name | Save button


    UPLOAD, as an attachment, the startup.txt file
    UPLOAD, as an attachment, the Scheduled Tasks.txt file
    UPLOAD, as an attachment, the install.txt file.

    HOW TO UPLOAD
    Post a File or Screenshot in Seven Forums
    =======================================
    =======================================

    If you get ready to take a break, then let a full scan by MalwareBytes run.
    A safe link for MalwareBytes is given in my signature.
    Here it is, Sir. Attached are the files needed for troubleshooting :)
    Icon Cache seems to be not working in Windows 7 Attached Files
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  3. Posts : 10,200
    MS Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-bit
       #43

    WIN | type MSCONFIG | ENTER | STARTUP tab |
    Uncheck ALL except for:
    Script:
    MSC    Microsoft Corporation    "C:\Program Files\Microsoft Security Client\msseces.exe" -hide -runkey
    SynTPEnh    Synaptics Incorporated    
    %ProgramFiles%\Synaptics\SynTP\SynTPEnh.exe 
    REBOOT!

    You have just told Win 7 to not run unchecked programs at start up time.

    You have not disabled the programs. They will be run when needed.

    WIN = key with the Microsoft logo on top
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  4. Posts : 10,200
    MS Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-bit
       #44

    CCLEANER | TOOLS icon | STARTUP tab | SCHEDULED TASKS tab |
    Use DISABLE button to disable ALL except for:
    Script:
    CCleanerSkipUAC    Piriform Ltd    "C:\Program Files\CCleaner\CCleaner.exe" $(Arg0
    Close CCleaner.


    REBOOT!


    You have not disabled any programs. You have disabled the scheduled running.
    Later, after your system is running smoothly, you may reenable desired programs.
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  5. Posts : 10,200
    MS Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-bit
       #45

    UNINSTALL

    Script:
    µTorrent        4/6/2012        3.1.3 
    REBOOT

    I'll be back with more to delete in about an hour. Am on break.


    REMOVAL OF P2P PROGRAMS

    There are signs of one or more P2P (Peer to Peer) File Sharing Programs on your computer.

    As long as you are using any form of P2P networking to download files, you can anticipate malware infestations.

    References citing the risk of using P2P programs:
    How cyber criminals infect victims via P2P with pirated software on Vimeo
    Malware: Help prevent the Infection
    Perils of P2P File Sharing
    How to Prevent the Online Invasion of Spyware and Adware
    The Hidden Security Risks of P2P Traffic


    I strongly recommend that you uninstall:
    µTorrent
    BitTorrent
    Vuze



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  6. Posts : 373
    Windows 7 Ultimate x6
    Thread Starter
       #46

    karlsnooks said:
    WIN | type MSCONFIG | ENTER | STARTUP tab |
    Uncheck ALL except for:
    Script:
    MSC    Microsoft Corporation    "C:\Program Files\Microsoft Security Client\msseces.exe" -hide -runkey
    SynTPEnh    Synaptics Incorporated    
    %ProgramFiles%\Synaptics\SynTP\SynTPEnh.exe 
    REBOOT!

    You have just told Win 7 to not run unchecked programs at start up time.

    You have not disabled the programs. They will be run when needed.

    WIN = key with the Microsoft logo on top
    Done.

    karlsnooks said:
    CCLEANER | TOOLS icon | STARTUP tab | SCHEDULED TASKS tab |
    Use DISABLE button to disable ALL except for:
    Script:
    CCleanerSkipUAC    Piriform Ltd    "C:\Program Files\CCleaner\CCleaner.exe" $(Arg0
    Close CCleaner.


    REBOOT!


    You have not disabled any programs. You have disabled the scheduled running.
    Later, after your system is running smoothly, you may reenable desired programs.
    Done.

    karlsnooks said:
    UNINSTALL

    Script:
    µTorrent        4/6/2012        3.1.3 
    REBOOT

    I'll be back with more to delete in about an hour. Am on break.


    REMOVAL OF P2P PROGRAMS

    There are signs of one or more P2P (Peer to Peer) File Sharing Programs on your computer.

    As long as you are using any form of P2P networking to download files, you can anticipate malware infestations.

    References citing the risk of using P2P programs:
    How cyber criminals infect victims via P2P with pirated software on Vimeo
    Malware: Help prevent the Infection
    Perils of P2P File Sharing
    How to Prevent the Online Invasion of Spyware and Adware
    The Hidden Security Risks of P2P Traffic


    I strongly recommend that you uninstall:
    µTorrent
    BitTorrent
    Vuze



    Sorry but I use uTorrent from time to time. I know the risks for P2P but don't worry I know what I download. Is it OK if we skip this step?

    Alright, I'll wait for your reply :)
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  7. Posts : 10,200
    MS Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-bit
       #47

    No. That step can not be skipped. After your system is back in order, you are free to self-inflict more pain upon yourself.
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  8. Posts : 373
    Windows 7 Ultimate x6
    Thread Starter
       #48

    karlsnooks said:
    No. That step can not be skipped. After your system is back in order, you are free to self-inflict more pain upon yourself.
    Ok then :) Done with uninstalling uTorrent.
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  9. Posts : 10,200
    MS Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 64-bit
       #49

    excellent.
    Am still playing catchup. How's the system performing now?
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  10. Posts : 373
    Windows 7 Ultimate x6
    Thread Starter
       #50

    karlsnooks said:
    excellent.
    Am still playing catchup. How's the system performing now?
    Oh ok. Actually, the icons are loading faster now. And it even solved another icon problem that I was having, it is explained in this thread: Does your icons refresh / flicker quickly on startup?

    I tried opening a directory in my external USB3 HDD containing a handful of installer programs (with icons beside their respective file names) and they still load 1 by 1 like before.

    So what do you think is the cause?
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