Slow computer, dumb computer, troubled computer, who knows!!

[HelpPlease]

Here is the list that I got under the tab startup in msconfig

Hey, I just realized, if you do not want to download it can you tell me how to put it up so it just shows on my post??

[Emc2]

What is Gearbox Connection Kit?

[vass0922]

Quote:

Gearbox is essential software for service providers who want to manage the subscriber lifecycle over dialup, DSL, cable, wireless and satellite channels. Millions of subscribers have used Gearbox to get online. From dialup to broadband, Gearbox software's strategic configuration presents a comprehensive suite of tools that manages ongoing support and management. Gearbox is client-based, customizable software that resides on the subscriber's desktop and gives service providers the power to offer setup, support, portal and delivery services. By efficiently directing the subscriber management cycle, your business is poised to increase profit margins and reduce the time dedicated to subscriber management.

Think its related to his ISP?

[Emc2]

Hmm...disable it in msconfig and connect to the internet...see what it does

[Detritus]

I think it is more likely related to Winoldap... search it on google once under newsgroups. There have been quite a few people having issues with it.

[Kuasimodem]

LoadPowerProfile only needs to load once, I always uncheck the first instance of it on the list. This doesn't seem to hurt performance at all. Just boots a bit quicker.

I also noticed that you have Seti starting twice. Don't know if that would be a problem, but you might want to uncheck one of them.

Still looking for information on how to get rid of Winoldap completely without a reformat.

Personally, I would disable that Gearbox program, it's worse than spyware, it actually allows your ISP to make changes to your computer!!!!!

Quote:

Key Features

• Simple set up for either broadband, dialup or a combination of connections
• Automated Diagnostics
• Automatically corrects subscriber PC conflicts
• Automatic Desktop Configuration updating and remote provisioning Invasiveware?
• Remote Data collection and sophisticated reporting tools--SPYWARE!--
• Fully customizable online and offline portal
• Support for multiple brands and customer groups

[Kuasimodem]

SUCCESS!!! I think...

You might want to check out this page!!

That computer is the victim of a backdoor trojan.

It's called Backdoor-Host-Control. This page has complete step by step instructions to remove this little devil.

[amdkt7]

Sounds like you will not NEED to format, if this is your problem.

It does sound like your system is a mess, I would at least uninstall a lot of that stuff and then reinstall. I am quick to do a complete format and rebuild as you will be amazed at how much faster you computer will run clean.

I reccomend downloading all the lastest drivers for you computer, I would not do it on your machine without running uptodate virus protection. Then I'd format an start over.

I would take out the hard drive and put it in the other computer to backup files (again virus protection required). Moving a hard drive is sometimes the easiest way to transfers lots of files.

Good Luck

[HelpPlease]

You guys are LIFESAVERS!!! I am not at my computer but this is what I found out: I DO have a virus and my antivirus sucks BIG!! What it can do is retrieve passwords and other crap from my computer. I got this info from the link posted above and I'm toio lazy to thank the person but thank you for your help. THANK YOU ALL!!! First thing I'm going to do when I get home is downoad a new antivirus and get rid of this thing. If it doesn't work I will update you guys. I REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR HELP!!!!!

[HelpPlease]

well, unless you decide to help me in the next two days I'm going to take out the hard drive, move it over to the burner, then backup all files. I really don't want to do this but formatting is the best choice I have. If you can please help me before friday. Thank you