Mark_Owens1234 Posted May 23, 2007 Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 A few days ago my computer started doing something it's never done before. When I open programs, this message pops up:Then, after I click cancel, this message pops up:Does anyone have any idea why it would be opening Microsoft office setup? I am completely confused. It is very annoying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackrat Posted May 23, 2007 Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 Have you tried msconfig /startup, to see if it is started at boot up, if it is take the tick out of the box, click apply click OK then reboot your computer.You will see a message, put a tick in the box and click OK.To get to startup, click start, click run, in the box type msconfig, then select the startup tab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_Owens1234 Posted May 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 Ok, I did that, and it wasn't opening on startup. I did however go to the "services" tab, and unchecked "windows installer". Now the message pops up for a split second, and then closes itself. Much better, but I don't think I've corrected the problem. Any other suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarecrow Man Posted May 23, 2007 Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 You will need to insert your original installation CD, or specify the path to the original installtion. If this software came pre-installed on your computer, contact your manufacturer.For Office 2000, but the resolution is the same for all versions:http://support.microsoft.com/kb/217706 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackrat Posted May 23, 2007 Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 Have you got Microsoft basic edition 2003 installed?. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_Owens1234 Posted May 23, 2007 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 Have you got Microsoft basic edition 2003 installed?.Yes. I wasn't trying to uninstall it, or reinstall it, or do anything to it. I have no idea why it started happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scarecrow Man Posted May 23, 2007 Report Share Posted May 23, 2007 It has something to do with you default editor for webpages, e-mails etc. After installing a product like Microsoft Office, it sets itself as the default for everything. If certain features were not installed fully the first time the installation was run, this box will appear asking for the source, so the installation can be completed.Next time you see this screen, insert your disc and all should be well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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