unresponsive windows and constantly crashing [Solved]
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hi adam. i can not connect to the internet via wireless again tried it in safemode with networking which worked for a while but before i could send the reply it lost internet access again, the laptop ran exceptionally quick via safemode however. I have managed to find an ethernet wire so will complete all tasks requested using the wire instead of wireless from now. here is the log result, would you like me to rerun it now i have internet access?
No need to rerun the programme.
When you receive an error whilst performing Windows Updates, does the error reference any number or identification code?
Your System Summary doesn't appear to list your System Model. The make of your computer is Toshiba, but what is the System Model?
ive had a break through, i tried windows updates with the Lan connection in and it did it with no problems at all, after the updates were installed the wireless connection regained connection and is working for now. the laptop is still slow to respond (like you said possibly the ram issue), the model is a satellite pro L450D-12x
quick update my wireless lastest for about 20mins then disconnected again so im back to basics with the Ethernet cable,
Hi Lisa,
Good news regarding Windows Updates.
Whilst connected via WiFi, what is the signal strength ([external image: LiiPHDx.png]) like? Do other devices connected via WiFi also experience the same issues? For example, do you have a phone or tablet connected?
[external image: EIbCaj7.png] Uninstalling/Reinstalling a Driver
- Press the Windows Key [external image: pdKOQKY.png] + r on your keyboard at the same time. Type devmgmt.msc and click OK.
- Locate Network Adapters and click the corresponding drop-down box arrow.
- Locate Realtek RTL8191SE Wireless LAN 802.11n PCI-E NIC, right-click the driver, click Uninstall, followed by OK.
- Reboot your computer. Ensure you are connected to the Internet via Ethernet.
- Let me know if Windows automatically searches for the Wireless driver upon boot.
hi adam, when it connects to the internet with wifi its on full strength, but stays on for only a short time. all other devices in the house work well on the wireless, its a virgin super hub and ive never had any problems with it, i uninstalled the driver but windows did not search for the drivers automatically
Please visit this page. Click the blue download button, and follow the prompts to install the driver.
After installing the driver, please turn your computer off. I would now like you to power cycle your router/modem. Switch your router/modem off, and pull the cables out. Wait 30 seconds. Insert the cables back in, and turn your router/modem back on.
Turn your computer on. Check if you can connect via WiFi.
Let me know how you get on.
hi adam just letting you know the computer searched for the driver when i turned it on again and installed it automatically. it seems much better now
Hi Lisa,
hi adam just letting you know the computer searched for the driver when i turned it on again and installed it automatically. it seems much better now
Thank you for letting me know.
There is no need to carry out the instructions in my previous post.
Providing you are not experiencing any issues (excluding potential slowness caused by lack of RAM), I think we are just about done here!
STEP 1
[external image: xZ2qgMOy.png.pagespeed.ic.8e3QqD36Fw.png] OTL
- Please download OTL and save the file to your desktop.
- Double-click OTL.exe to run the programme. Ensure all other windows are closed.
- Copy the entire contents of the codebox below and paste into the [external image: x1wDyQ2v.png.pagespeed.ic.unfrBmDo4K.png] textbox.
:OTL :Commands [emptytemp] [emptyjava] [clearallrestorepoints]
- Click the [external image: xj7yFJut.png.pagespeed.ic.-XScsp82bT.png] button.
- Let the programme run and reboot your computer if prompted.
STEP 2
[external image: xAFZxnZc.jpg.pagespeed.ic.8db6OVtjOI.png] DelFix
- Please download DelFix and save the file to your Desktop.
- Double-click DelFix.exe to run the programme.
- Place a checkmark next to the following items:
- Activate UAC
- Remove disinfection tools
- Create registry backup
- Reset System Settings
- Click the Run button.
β This will remove the specialised tools we used to disinfect your system. Any leftover logs, files, folders or tools remaining on your Desktop which were not removed can be deleted manually (right-click the file + delete).
β Malwarebytes Anti-Malware will still be present on your computer. I recommend keeping this programme, updating and scanning with it once a week to maintain security on your computer. If you do not wish to keep this programme on your computer, you can uninstall it by pressing the Windows Key [external image: xpdKOQKY.png.pagespeed.ic.tmAgS1-k6q.png] + r on your keyboard at the same time, typing appwiz.cpl, clicking OK and searching for Malwarebytes.
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All Clean!
Congratulations, your computer appears clean! [image unavailable: xthumbup.gif.pagespeed.ic.7aXFW0A4z_.png]
I no longer see signs of malware on your computer, and feel satisfied that our work here is done. Below I have compiled a list of resources you may find useful. The articles document information on computer security/maintenance, common infection vectors and how you can stay safe on the Internet.
- Answers to common security questions - Best Practices by quietman7, MVP
- How Malware Spreads - How did I get infected? by quietman7, MVP
- Simple and easy ways to keep your computer safe and secure on the Internet by Lawrence Abrams, MVP
- How to Prevent Malware by miekiemoes, MVP
- How to backup and restore your data using Cobian Backup by YourHighness
- Slow Computer/browser? It May Not Be Malware by quietman7, MVP
The following security/maintenance programmes come highly recommended in the security community.
- [external image: xJEP5iWI.png.pagespeed.ic.4tmM1lM7DQ.png] Web of Trust (WOT) is a browser add-on designed to alert the user before interacting with a potentially malicious website.
- [external image: x6YRrgUC.png.pagespeed.ic.HjgFxjvw2Z.jpg] Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Premium incorporates real-time protection and is designed to run alongside your anti-virus.
- [external image: xj1OLIec.png.pagespeed.ic.k6hhwopU0q.jpg] SpywareBlaster is a form of passive protection, designed to block the actions of malicious websites and tracking cookies.
- [external image: xA5RLVbX.png.pagespeed.ic.tgvBBRM63P.jpg] CCleaner (portable) is a handy temp file cleaner. Avoid the built-in registry cleaner => see this article for information.
- [external image: DgW1XL2.png.pagespeed.ce.v1OlJl_ZAS.png] Secuina PSI will scan your computer for vulnerable software that is outdated, and automatically find the latest update for you.
- [external image: hkxnADR.png.pagespeed.ce.ygU99XFgyF.png] StartupLite will scan your computer for unnecessary startup programmes. Disabling identified programmes may improve boot-time.
- [external image: xjv4nhMJ.png.pagespeed.ic.A5YbWn1eDO.png] NoScript is a Firefox add-on that blocks the actions of malicious scripts by using whitelisting and other technology.
- [external image: xKsUqI5A.png.pagespeed.ic.vn1Hlvqi8h.jpg] AdBlock is a browser add-on that blocks annoying banners, pop-ups and video ads.
Wary of a particular file/website? Need a second opinion? Scan the file/URL using these free online scanner services:
- [external image: xnWhGEI3.png.pagespeed.ic.cDN7g2AqT7.png] Virus Total (File & URL)
- [external image: xMJUfyKX.png.pagespeed.ic.GOObdNZCkZ.png] Jotti's Malware Scan (File)
- [external image: xXeTvs74.png.pagespeed.ic.xjH_srkKQO.jpg] Dr.Web Online Check (URL)
- [external image: x5v676cC.png.pagespeed.ic.Y27IHTRQH_.jpg] Trend Micro Site Safety Center (URL)
- [external image: x2tXp7dz.png.pagespeed.ic.2ZJWcR1tx8.png] Norton Safe Web (URL)
β Should you have any questions on the above tools, or computer security in general, please feel free to ask.
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Please confirm you have no outstanding issues, and are happy with the state of your computer. Once I have confirmation things are in order, we can wrap things up and I will close this thread.
Thank you for using WhatTheTech.
Safe Surfing. [image unavailable: xthumbup.gif.pagespeed.ic.7aXFW0A4z_.png]
Adam (LiquidTension).
thanks adam for your help i will get more ram and read through info you have given me ![]()
You are more than welcome. Good luck with the RAM! ![]()
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