How do I fix a system 32 error on windows?
I keep on getting a message every once in awhile....
NT AUTHORITY SYSTEM SHUT DOWN
WINDOWS/SYSTEM 32 SASS.EXE
STATUS CODE 128.
It is very annoying. I think its a worm. How do I get rid of this message. I need some simple steps. Please help
Thanks
Update:I restored my windows and reload my programs. I also have AVG virus scan which i run a couple times a day. My computer does move faster now that i restored my windows. I am still getting the error, what are my options?
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First update and scan your computer with your security products such as antivirus and antispyware applications. If your computer comes up clean after running your resident security products, you may want to consider running a System File Checker (SFC). This can be run in Safe Mode should you prefer. To get into Safe Mode, reboot and then either hold down or tap the F8 key repeatedly while the computer is starting up. To run SFC, close all applications such as Office, Messenger, Email, etc, and go to:
- Start
- Run
- Type in sfc /scannow (include the space before the " / ")
What SFC does is that it attempts to fix or replace critical operating system files. Sometimes this can be done without the installation disk, however it may prompt you for the appropriate operating system installation disk. If that is the case, then you know that you definitely have major file corruption or something missing. Insert the disk if prompted. Also you should run SFC using the Administrator account.
If you have the Vista operating system, the steps are a bit different due to the UAC. See the link below.
http://vistasupport.mvps.org/system_file_checker.h...
Don't surf, play games or do anything while SFC runs. After it is completed, reboot your computer.
One of the major culprits in missing or corrupt operating system files is running a registry cleaner or optimizer. They can flag important shared files for deletion or cleanup. Another cause is malware.
NOTE: Before running any registry cleaner or editing the registry, always ensure you back it up first. If the registry cleaner you are using doesn't have that function, you can do it manually. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/322756
Run a virus scan if you think it's a virus...I'd suggest you try restoring the HD, but back up first. Don't go messing around in the registry unless you know what you're doing, remember the registry is the "brain" of your 'puter.
If you can't do either one of those, I'd suggest going to a professional, but at ALL COSTS, AVOID THE GEEK SQUAD, I know more than they do and I only know enough to be dangerous.
-Em
Have you tried running Trend Micro House Call? It is a free online scan and works great. I also use AVG but House Call finds things that AVG doesn't. I run House Call about once a month.
Reinstall windows, first pop in your os disk, hit enter to enter setup, f8 to accep the agreement, esc to not repair your currently windows system, enter, enter, L to delete the partition, format in nstf using non-quick mode. let it copy files and it will take you the rest of the way after the reboot (dont remove the cd untill you actually get back into windows.
cmd.exe is a valid application (that's the Command instantaneous). even however, it is conceivable that something is attempting to apply the command instantaneous to execute something else. And if that is happening on startup that is probable a startup decision. pass start up->Run and type in "msconfig" and click ok. on the window that pops up click the startup tab and seem for something that has cmd.exe in it. cmd.exe should not be executing on startup.
its really annoying. better get a pretty good antivirus but i think the best way to do it is to reformat you PC. its a good practice to reformat your PC atleast every 6 months. it makes your PC run smoother and faster. because it time your PC runs slower