Windows Windows 7 program start issue

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  1. smc8788

    smc8788 Multimodder

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    I'm trying to get a program to run when Windows boots up, and it has an option in the menu to do that, but it doesn't work. So I tried putting a shortcut in the Startup folder, but that doesn't work either. Now I think it's because this particular program requires UAC authorisation each time it's run, but is there a way to get around this so it starts up automatically instead of having to do it manually all the time? Preferably without turning UAC off altogether if it's at all possible.
     
  2. Toxic_Lemon

    Toxic_Lemon What's a Dremel?

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    Yeah just goto start box or Control Panel search box and type UAC , then move the slider up or down depending, i`m not 100% sure but i think you can get at also from user accounts to turn on/ or off.

    UAC = User account control
    or you can try this :

    Right click on the exe file of the program you want to run at startup, or file to open at startup, and click on Create Shortcut <---- this is the shortcut you will add, just drag the file in then restart.

    Or

    you can try and type in the search box, shell:startup , you should see a shell folder drag what you want to appear on startup in there then restart.

    Or maybe type in search box msconfig, goto startup tab and tick the item you want to start up.
     
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  3. erratum1

    erratum1 What's a Dremel?

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    I don't know if you can make one program an exception, either you have it set to notify me if a program is making changes to my computer or you don't.

    EDIT: Thinking about it 'fraps' requires UAC, yet you can have it run when windows starts so their is indeed a way.
     
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  4. Toxic_Lemon

    Toxic_Lemon What's a Dremel?

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    Just gave options, also you can make virtually any program an exception, its just finding out how, msconfig way could work, drag your file in shell:startup , then msconfig --->startup---->file you need tick it -----> woila.

    Infact just tried it on my system and it worked for me , but if it dont let us know, you will probably need elevation privilages, where there`s a will there`s a way.
     
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  5. GoodBytes

    GoodBytes How many wifi's does it have?

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    When you run the program manual, do you need to run it as Admin?
    If so, it could be that the executable has "setup" or "install" in it's name (rename it), or that compatibility mode is enabled for the program (go to the properties of the main executable, and go under "Compatibility" tab, and ensure that it's not set to XP, and that it doesn't have the check box to run as admin. Lastly it could be that the program specifically mentions to run as true admin in it's manifest file (included in the executable, and can't be edited).

    An example of a manifest file that request Admin privileges looks like this:
    Code:
    <?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8" standalone="yes"?>
    <assembly
       xmlns="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:asm.v1"
       manifestVersion="1.0">
    <assemblyIdentity
        processorArchitecture="x86"
        version="5.6.0.0"
        type="win32"
        name="elevcc.exe"/>
        <description>Control Center Elevation Launcher</description>
        <dependency>
        <dependentAssembly>
        <assemblyIdentity
             type="win32"
             name="Microsoft.Windows.Common-Controls"
             version="6.0.0.0"
             publicKeyToken="6595b64144ccf1df"
             language="*"
             processorArchitecture="x86"/>
        </dependentAssembly>
        </dependency>
    <trustInfo xmlns="urn:schemas-microsoft-com:asm.v3">
        <security>
          <requestedPrivileges>
            <requestedExecutionLevel
              level="requireAdministrator"
              uiAccess="false"/>
            </requestedPrivileges>
           </security>
      </trustInfo>
    </assembly>
    
    It's the first thing that Windows reads before executing a program.
     
  6. Toxic_Lemon

    Toxic_Lemon What's a Dremel?

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    goodbytes is the man ^^ i learn everyday from this guy.
     
  7. smc8788

    smc8788 Multimodder

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    It's already in the msconfig startup list, and the main .exe isn't set to XP compatibility mode or requiring administrator privileges.

    However, I've just turned UAC off completely and the program now runs fine on startup, so I don't know what the problem is. It seems like that's the only way to get it to work so I guess I'll just leave it at that.

    Thanks for your help anyway :)
     
  8. GoodBytes

    GoodBytes How many wifi's does it have?

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    You should look for an update for the program you are using. I don't recommend disabling UAC.
    If a program is not well done, it's a big a security hole for your system, and should be treated as is. Remember in XP days, where everyone was running as True admin, as no software worked properly under accounts... and it's because of these half ass jobs software that people get viruses, malware on their system.
     
  9. smc8788

    smc8788 Multimodder

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    Yeah, I've just sent an e-mail to them to see whether they're aware of the issue and if there's a fix.
     

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