System Requirements

• Windows XP or later

Instructions to Uninstall Windows Live Messenger

1. Open the start menu (either by using your cursor, or pressing the Windows button on your keyboard).
2. Click “Run…” if you are using XP. If you are using Vista, type “Run” into the Start Search box, and open “Run”.
3. In the “Open” textbox, copy and paste “RunDll32 advpack.dll,LaunchINFSection %windir%\INF\msmsgs.inf,BLC.Remove”.
4. Click “OK” or press Enter on your keyboard.
5. Click the “Yes” button, when you are prompted to restart your computer.

As another option, you might choose to disable Windows Live Messenger – allowing you to re-enable it in case you later change your mind (this way you won’t have to go to the trouble of downloading/re-installing Windows Live Messenger, which would take a significantly larger amount of time).

Conflict with SMTP

The most common reason is a conflict between Outlook and the SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol). You’ll know it is the cause when the error message is accompanied by others. The additional messages may vary. The most common is the one saying the server connection failed. There will also be messages about socket errors and ports.

The reason it happens is this: when you log on to MSN, Outlook doesn’t permit the relaying of messages to SMTP. For this reason, the message appears.

Solution for SMTP Problem

1. The solution for the Error Number: 0x800CCC0E is usually quite simple. Just setting the SMTP server to be the same as the one used by MSN will fix the problem. To do this, go to the Tools menu. Click Accounts. Select Mail and choose your account (and any others you need to alter). Click Properties.
2. Go to the Server tab. In the information section erase the text in the Outgoing SMTP Mail. Type in smtp.email.msn.com.
3. Next go to the Outlook Mail Server options. Choose My Server Requires authentication. Click Settings. Go to the Login Information and click Log On Using. In the Account Name put in your MSDN ID. Do not include the text after the @ sign of your ID.
4. For this Error Number: 0x800CCC0E solution to work, enter your password in the appropriate box. Put a check on the Log On Using Secure Password Administration. Click OK and close all the windows until you return to the main Outlook screen.

The IE Repair Tool

Internet Explorer 5 and up have a repair tool built in. You can also try this option. Go to Add/Remove and choose Internet Explorer. Choose Repair from the options that appear. After the repair, you’ll need to restart the computer.

Other Solutions

1. If the problem persists, you can try changing the port in Outlook Express. Head over to Tools and select Options. Choose Properties and then Advanced. Set the incoming to 110. Type in 25 for the outgoing port. Finally, remove the check for the This Server Requires Secure Connection. Restart Outlook and see if this removes the Error Number: 0x800CCC0E message.
2. If it doesn’t work, go to Accounts. Delete the one you’re using and make a new one. Enter the appropriate data. You need to have all your network settings with you just to be sure the info you put in is correct. If that doesn’t work, turn off any firewall installed. You can also try entering 62.253.162.50 in the mail (incoming) option.
3. It’s also possible that your antivirus program is interfering with it. Try turning it off. If that works, reconfigure your antivirus so it doesn’t cause a conflict. If that’s not possible, get another one.
4. There’s no need to be unduly alarmed when the Error Number: 0x800CCC0E appears. It’s usually just about a conflict of servers. Using any of these methods, the problem will be resolved.

System Requirements

• Windows XP or later

Instructions to Disable Windows Live Messenger

1. Launch the Start menu by either pressing the Windows key on your keyboard or clicking on the windows icon at the bottom-left corner of your screen.
2. Open the “Run…” utility if you are using XP. If you are using Windows Vista/7, use the quick search to search for the “Run” utility and open it.
3. In the “Open” textbox, type “services.msc”.
4. Click “OK” or press Enter on your keyboard.
5. In the list that appears, locate “Windows Live Messenger” (or “Windows Messenger”) and double-click it.
6. Select “Disabled” when prompted to change the Startup Type.
7. Click “Stop.”

As another option, you might choose to uninstall Windows Live Messenger completely (removing the setup files, and the ability to re-enable Windows Live Messenger).

Structure

What is Active Directory? This computer software is one of the efficient and reliable programs developed by Microsoft, which features different services like Kerberos-based authentication, DNS-based naming as well as LDAP-like directory services. Technically speaking, the program is a logical grouping of computer systems and computer users within a single domain, which is monitored by domain controllers.

The structure of this directory service has three categories namely, users, services and resources. The objects in the directory are categorized in these levels. The objects have various sets of attributes that were identified by the directory. The attributes are important to the proper storage of the objects.

Levels

Active Directory has three levels, the forest, the trees and the domains. The forest is the highest level, which represents the rules and attributes of each object in the directory. Below the forest is the tree, which is composed of various domains that are connected in a transitive trust hierarchy. Next to the tree are the domains, which are categorized into name structures.

Under the domains are the objects that are classified into various containers known as Organizational Units. These units are very important to administrators to use the computer software easily. To help administrators in maintaining computer networks, the directory also features sites, which are very helpful in monitoring network traffic.

To avoid problems concerning data security, information stored in Active Directory is secured in several domain controllers. For the convenience of administrators, this computer program is integrated with different servers like TCP/IP and DNS.

Additional Information About the Directory

To ensure efficient management of database, Active Directory is featured in Windows 2000, which features the JET Blue-based Extensible Storage Engine. Additionally, the directory features several roles associated with Flexible Single Master Operations like Schema Master, Domain Naming Master, PDC Emulator, RID Master as well as Infrastructure Master.

Check for a Defective Disc

This message can appear if your CD / DVD is dirty. Take out the disc and look for any fingerprints or dirt on the surface. Use a soft cloth and clean it. Wipe from the inner parts to the outer edges. Now insert the disc and try again.

Check for a Defective Drive

Sometimes the problem could be the drive itself. Normally Windows won’t load the drive if it’s defective. Just to be sure, get some other CDs and DVDs you know are working. If the I/O device error message appears again, then the drive may need cleaning or repair. You can also try the CD on another computer. If it works, then the problem may be the drive.

Incorrect Transfer Mode

Another possible reason is that the removable drive doesn’t recognize the copy / transfer method the OS is using. You might need to alter the IDE properties.

Click the Start button and open My Computer. Select “Manage” and choose Device Manager from the selection. Look for the CD or DVD drive in the ATA/ATAPI list. Click the plus sign if needed to expand the selection.

Select the drive (this will be device 1) and choose properties. Go to “Advanced Settings” and choose “Transfer Mode”. Choose “PIO Only”. Click OK and return to the main screen. Reboot the system.

If that doesn’t get rid of the I/O device error message, go back to the drive properties. Choose “DMA if available” for device 1. For device 0 choose “PIO Only”. Close all the windows. Return to the main screen and reboot the computer. It should work now.

Check for Loose Cables

Turn off the PC. Look at the wirings and connections of the hard disk and the CD. Remove both and reconnect them. Open the PC and try copying the files again.

Incompatible / Upgrade CD Drivers

Go to the CD manufacturer’s website. Download the latest drivers. If the CD drivers are old, the operating system may not recognize it. Downloading the latest versions may help resolve the problem. After downloading, restart the computer. Try transferring the files and see if the I/O device error disappears.

Download Updates for the OS

Windows and other operating systems are always releasing updates. Downloading these files are necessary. The reason is it helps deal with problems like incompatibility. It’s possible that the error messages are due to this.

You can also go online. You can head to the Windows website and read the troubleshooting guide. Look for any specific problems involving the CD / DVD drive that you’re using. Check if there are any troubleshooting solutions being offered.

You can also go to the CD / DVD website. Before downloading the drivers, look for any facts about conflicts with the OS or any software that might be in your system.

There are many reasons why the I/O device error may appear suddenly. But there are ways to resolve them. By trying some of these, you’ll likely overcome this problem.

Requirements

• Computer running Windows 9x and up
• CDs for backing up files
• Cleaning software (optional)
• Registry Editor

There are two ways to go about this process. You can do it manually with the Registry Editor or use software to automatically remove unneeded parts.

Instructions

Using the Registry Editor

This is the built in editor / cleaner. When you install windows, this program is included. You probably won’t see it on the menu though. To access it and start cleaning the Windows Registry, follow these steps.

1. Go to the Start button and click Run. In the dialog box, enter “regedit”. Click “ok” and the editor will open. Note: the rest of this guide describes a “typical” Windows setup. Yours may be different depending on the software and hardware you install. You might also have additional settings if you are on a local area network.
2. You will see several HKEY folders. There is a plus sign on each one. Click the one next to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE. This is where software and hardware set up and store their configuration files. You will also see folders called “system”, “software” and “security”.
3. To start cleaning the Windows Registry, click the plus sign next to “software”. You’ll see a list of all software that has been installed in the machine. Click the plus sign next to the software you want to check out.
4. You might see some sub folders there. On the right pane are the Registry entries. Select the file you want to remove. Click Edit and choose “delete”.
5. Repeat this process for other files and folders.

Using Third Party Software

There are plenty of applications on the Net that can do the work automatically. When choosing a program, keep the following in mind.

1. First it must have good reviews. Avoid those programs which contain bugs or been reported to cause problems. Second, read their features. Choose one that shows which ones are safe to remove. Some of these programs are very aggressive when cleaning the Windows Registry. If they remove needed files, it can seriously affect your computer.
2. When you have chosen the program, download it. Check for viruses. Install it by following the instructions. Read the help file before using it. Even if the process is mostly automated, some input from you may be required. You need to know exactly what your options are.

Tips and Warnings

• Back up your files before performing any cleanup. Use a CD or DVD and copy all of them. You should do the same with the Registry itself. To do it, type “regedit” in the Run command line.
• Click the File menu. Choose Export and type a name (i.e., “regbackup”). Copy this file onto your backup CD. In case anything goes wrong, you don’t have to worry because you’ve got a working copy.
• Cleaning the Windows Registry will help your PC run better. If you take the right precautions, you don’t have to worry about making a mess.