Start Protection Error

[Hiruma]

Hi, I'm having trouble with the software. It seems that when I click on "Start Protection" button it gives me an error saying "[OpenEvent] Failed to perform desired action. Error Code: 2" and It also doesn't seem to automatically check for updates. I've been getting this error since version 1.29 and I just kinda waited for 1.30 to be realeased hoping it would be fixed by then but now I have updated to version 1.30 and I'm still getting the error. Please help me out.

BTW, I'm using Windows XP Professional version 2002 SP 2

[AdvancedSetup]

Hello, please try to follow the directions posted here and see if you're still getting the error. Though you're not getting Protection Module Errors this fix may resolve it for you as well.

Protection Module Errors

[Hiruma]

Sorry for the late reply... I've tried that instruction you told me but it didn't fix my problem. Any other advice?

[Hiruma]

BTW, I never really had this problem before until it got to version 1.29

[AdvancedSetup]

Please wait a bit and I will try to have a method that I hope will correct this by tomorrow if it is what I think is happening.

[Hiruma]

Ok, I will wait until then.. Thanks in advance..

[AdvancedSetup]

Hi there. I can't guarantee this will fix it but please give it a try and let us know.

BETA test Fix

[Hiruma]

Hi, I gave it a try just moments ago.. Did exactly what you told me but unfortunately It didn't fix the problem again. Am I the only one having this problem? cause this can't be caused by my pc right?

[Hiruma]

Bump!

[AdvancedSetup]

Hi, sorry about the delay.

Well not sure what's going on in your case as you appear to have something else going on. I'm going to assume it's not Malware and have you run these routines to see if I can track down anything. IF it does turn out to be some type of Malware then I'll have you post in the proper forum for assistance with the removal.

Important!

All of the following instructions must be run on the affected computer. Logs from a different computer will not help me help you. So, if you need to download all of this and then copy it to CD or memory stick and take it to the other computer, please do so. Either way, it's important. The logs have to be made by the computer with the problem.

I need you to follow the instructions provided here

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first the best you can since MBAM won't install

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Please allow me time to analyze your post. If you don't see a reply from me after 24 hours, feel free to PM me.

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