Phoenix in dedicated user account

[RotaryOne]

To get away from all the other stuff loaded in the background etc I have set up a dedicated user account for Phoenix, in the hope it will run more cleanly.

However two things are happening 1) There is no sound. Have check the sound section via control panel and it is not muted and the volume is up. Sound on Phoenix is on and of the two options, neither works. So what's going on and how can I get the sound working please.

2) For the computer gurus amongts us, ActiveSync keeps trying to install and I don't want it. Please tell me how this installation attempt can be stopped.

Thanks in advance for any help.

[Made2Fade]

type 'msconfig' in the run box.
Go to the tab Startup.
Uncheck anything u dont want to load up at startup (look for something thats associated with ActiveSync)
What operating system? Im not 100% sure but i think phoenix has to be run as an administrator.
Lee

[RotaryOne]

Many thanks, Lee. That is very helpful.

Just been there and can't see anything connected with ActivSync in the startup tab, but there must be something there triggering it. OP is Win XP home.
Nigel

[cambs flyer]

The best program by far I've found for clearing out the "start up programs" bottle neck in XP & Vista is download a free copy of Win Patrol 9.

In the "Start up Programs" tab, just disable all the hanger on programs so they don't boot in memory and the performance increase is amazing.

Also download a free copy of Advanced Windows Care, this removes clutter, spy-ware, makes your system more secure and enhances the running speed.

Hope this helps mate.

[Made2Fade]

Tuneup 2008 and windows washer... dont leave home without them.
Lee

[Made2Fade]

You could always install it then uninstall it. That could also make it disappear.
Lee

[Vibe]

Are you using 5.1 surround sound? If so set you speakers to stereo. If not then try a reinstall of your sound-card drivers from manufacturer's website.