Posts by Comodore

O2 - BHO: (no name) - {17E194EC-5C4D-4D32-97A7-3F79EE5C8C78} - c:\windows\system32\atidemgrv.dll

O9 - Extra button: (no name) - {08B0E5C0-4FCB-11CF-AAA5-00401C608501} - C:\Program Files\Java\jre1.5.0_05\bin\npjpi150_05.dll

O9 - Extra button: (no name) - {e2e2dd38-d088-4134-82b7-f2ba38496583} -

look suspicious to me- especially the no name bit. They're probably just orphaned processes, so they're probably good to fix anyways. I'd recommend fixing them? Otherwise you appear clean to my- new-to-hijack-this- reading.

Also, you can try the shotgun approach: Update all your protection (Trendmicro Antivirus, Webroot SpySweepr (which your HJT log say you have) and whatever else you might have- or will download- AVG Antispyware- http://free.grisoft.com/doc/5390/us/frt/0 A-squared free- http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/download/ or whatever else- and run full scans.

Also, run some online scans:

CA Virus Scan: http://www.ca.com/us/securityadvisor/virusinfo/scan.aspx

CA Malware Scan: http://www.ca.com/us/securityadvisor/pestscan/

Trend Micro HouseCall http://housecall.trendmicro.com/

Microsoft Live OneCare Safety Scanner http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

BitDefender Free Online Scanner http://www.bitdefender.com/scan8/ie.html

McAfee FreeScan http://us.mcafee.com/root/mfs/default.asp?affid=294

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool http://www.microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.mspx

Symantec Security Check http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/d...d=ie&venid=sym

Panda ActiveScan http://www.pandasecurity.com/usa/

---Under this line does not remove, only finds, threats---

Webroot Antispyware Scan: http://www.webroot.com/En_US/land-spysweeper-freescan.html

Kaspersky Free Virus Scan http://www.kaspersky.com/virusscanner (Seems to be too sensitive)

Prevex free scan: http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp

Clean out your junk files (CCleaner is useful for this: www.ccleaner.com)

Post back with results!

Good luck,

--The Comodore

Strange, I created my UBCD on vista? You have to run it as an administrator (by right clicking). As for not having SP1 or better, I think the website has some help for that under "Slipstreaming", where you can take care of that.

Here it is: http://ubcd4win.com/slipstream.htm

Its good to have a UBCD on hand anyways- its pretty much an all-purpose tool, and is very useful against malware and viruses.

These other suggestions sound good, so if they don't work, please post back.

Hope everything turns out alright,

--The Comodore

Wasn't Ewido bought up by AVG? Just wondering.

I can't read your hijack this log, but I have a few tips.

Download Asquared free: http://www.emsisoft.com/en/software/download/ update it, and run a full scan. I like this program better than Adaware or AVG antispyware- I feel it is more thorough.

Run a series of free online scans. (Perhaps in "Safe Mode with networking?") Here's a list of the ones I'm aware of:

Kaspersky Free Virus Scan http://www.kaspersky.com/virusscanner

Trend Micro HouseCall http://housecall.trendmicro.com/

Microsoft Live OneCare Safety Scanner http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

BitDefender Free Online Scanner http://www.bitdefender.com/scan8/ie.html

McAfee FreeScan http://us.mcafee.com/root/mfs/default.asp?affid=294

Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool http://www.microsoft.com/security/ma...e/default.mspx

Symantec Security Check http://security.symantec.com/sscv6/d...d=ie&venid=sym

Panda ActiveScan http://www.pandasecurity.com/homeuse...ns/activescan/

I belive most of these will remove what they detect, but I don't think all of them do.

You can also run Prevex's free scan http://info.prevx.com/downloadcsi.asp It doesn't remove what it finds, but many techies swear by its detection, so it would be worth a shot.

Another thing you can do (a better option, I believe) is to create a windows Ultimate Boot CD (UBCD) www.ubcd4win.com . All you need is a copy of windows XP service pack 2 and you can create it. Before creating it, though, open the program, click "plugins", find all the entries labeled "Antivirus" and "Antispyware", highlight …

Alright, so your options are a bit limited for upgrading your processor, but lets see what I can find- This is only if you are still slow after all this stuff.

What do you do with your computer, usually, anyways? 1.8 should be fine for most things, but for gaming and other computer-intensive things, you may want to upgrade.

Looks like you can upgrade to a 2.4 GHz P4 in the same socket (OEM meaning you'll only get the processor, no cooler and no thermal paste- but your cooler should be fine, and you can buy thermal paste for about $6) for about $65- and thats the slowest that is offered.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=2+50001157+40000343+1050706985+1051707443&name=Socket+478

Thats a nice sum of money, so you might want to check Ebay or your favorite discount site for cheaper- I like Newegg, as they are really fast for shipping and I haven't had any problems with the products they carry.

Remember, though, don't upgrade unless you have to or want to. Its your prerogative :)

All the best, and Godspeed (for you and your computer!)

--The Comodore

Sounds like the drive isn't configured right, damaged, not installed right, or its some sort of fluke. Try physically reinstalling it, ensuring any jumpers are correctly set (most likely slave or cable select would suit you). If you have any questions on this, go ahead and give us your setup and hardware information (model number of your hdds and whatever hardware you can) and we should be able to help you. (Like is the drive PATA or SATA? Its your second drive in your system, right? Or are you replacing your C: drive? Those sorts of things :) )

Another possibility is that it is a bad drive. Its actually not that uncommon to receive a drive DOA (Dead on Arrival). I think it has something to do with how incredibly complicated and small the components are becoming, but its just a hunch. Since you presumably just purchased this drive, try returning it to the store or contacting the manufacturer for a replacement if you're still having trouble.

When dealing with your drive, make sure to ground yourself! Use an antistatic strap or antistatic gloves, or at the bare minimum, touch a metal part of your computer case for a few seconds. Don't work on carpet, and unplug your computer unless you can cut the power to your outlet, then you can leave it plugged in so its grounded better. Oh, and a common mistake- that I've made a lot- don't put hardware on the outside of antistatic …

Hypocrites.

ESPECIALLY this scenario:

"Don't talk with your mouth full!" she says with her mouth full.

--The Comodore