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01-05-2003, 10:55 PM
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Mondsreitersmann
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Uninstalling a program using brute force
How do I uninstall a program that doesn't allow to be uninstalled via the normal process?
This Panda AV Titanium got messed up and no longer is working. I tried to install it again but the installator refused to install over "a current version of the same program". So I went to the Add/Remove in the Control Panel. But whenenver I try to run the uninstaller I get this message: Uninstallation program failure at attempting to uninstall (0x80040702). What gives? How do I unistall it? Can I edit the registry to do it? Reformating and reinstall Windows is *NOT* an option. TIA for the input.
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01-05-2003, 11:31 PM
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Hi NK
Sorry that the AV is a bit stuck: looks like the folks at Pandasoft have a workaround for you that will let you finish your uninstall OK, and then re-install (if you want to): http://www.pandasoftware.com/support...d=5&IdIdioma=2 The fix involves deleting a hidden folder. Best of luck, . . . Gary |
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01-05-2003, 11:49 PM
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Mondsreitersmann
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Deleted the folder but now, whenever I try to uninstall it using the Add/Remove it just does nothing. The Uninstaller doesn't even start.
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01-05-2003, 11:59 PM
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Looks like the Panda's trapped in an invisible cage, eh?
What about trying a reinstall? (then you might be able to uninstall from there if it's causing too much trouble)? Seems like reinstall might be a good chance. . . . Gary |
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01-06-2003, 12:09 AM
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Mondsreitersmann
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Voilà! It worked!
Last time I tried to reinstall it refused! Must have been that hidden folder the culprit. Thanx a lot Gary! You da man! 
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01-06-2003, 12:18 AM
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The Panda is dead. Long live the Krusader.
I think I'd better get some sleep before I type too much more craziness. Glad you got it fixed. Try to survive my humor . . . Gary |
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01-06-2003, 12:58 AM
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Mondsreitersmann
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ROFL!!
 It's always good to have a laugh b4 going to bed! 
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