Startup Programs - Change

Brink said:

Hello 2 Bunny,

You might give this a try to see if it may work.

First remove the StartupCop Pro from all of the startup program lists.

Create a elevated task shortcut using the tutorial below.

Elevated Program Shortcut without UAC Prompt - Create

Next, use create a separate task using the tutorial below to run the elevated task shortcut created from above at startup and logon.

Task - Create to Run a Program at Startup and Log On

Hope this helps,
Shawn

Sorry. Still in the same boat after trying those unfortunately. Any other ideas?

- 2 Bunny

Brink said:

2 Bunny,

Other than leaving UAC turned off so that it will run, you might check to see if there may be a newer patch or version of Startup Cop Pro available than the one you currently have. It doesn't seem to be completely compatible with Windows 7.

Do you think I'm entitled to a free upgrade because of incompatibility, or not because the system requirements at the time wouldn't have had Windows 7?

- 2 Bunny

Brink said:

2 Bunny,

That's really up to the program's company. It wouldn't hurt to see if there may be an update feature in the program, or an option to update for free at the program's website. If not, then the company may require you to purchase new versions instead.

Sounds like a plan. I might've found an alternative software that can do the same thing for free, so I'll give that a try.

Thanks for your help though. I felt like those guides you linked to got us close to the solution, but just not quite there. I guess we'll be able to try something new as a result instead.

- 2 Bunny

Brink said:

That sounds promising. I hope it will work for you. :)

I've been trying the trial for Chameleon Startup manager, and it seems to be working out all right while being properly compatible with Windows 7.

Do you use any special programs for controlling the startup in your computer?

- 2 Bunny

I was under the impression that using MSConfig to control startup entries was wrong:

Dealing with Startup Processes - MajorGeeks Support Forums

Therefore I use Autoruns.