About this tag
G Data is a third-party antivirus and internet security suite that has been reported by Windows 7 users to cause system instability, including freezes, BSODs, boot failures, and network connectivity issues. Multiple forum threads describe problems after installing G Data Antivirus 2009 or G Data internet security on Windows 7 64-bit systems, with some users experiencing irreparable system crashes or being unable to boot past the login screen. Deactivating or uninstalling G Data and reverting to Windows built-in protection resolved these issues for several users. The tag covers user experiences and troubleshooting related to G Data compatibility with Windows 7.
  1. C

    Windows 7 Freezes and BSODs - and I don't know why...

    Hi to all, I'm a new member to this forum because I need help after experiencing immediate freezes garnished with BSODs from time to time on my Win7 64 bit system for some months now. I gave up hope that I find the reason for these problems by myself *-) and some mysterious search engine brought...
    • cashburner
    • Thread
    • bsod cpu-z diagnostics drivers freezes g-data graphics help issues memory minidump performance rammon software support system troubleshooting update windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Blue Screen of Death (BSOD)
  2. D

    Windows 7 windows 7 and firewalls antivirus

    Hi all, I have installed windows vista then windows 7 in 64 bits version in order to get my computer memory higher. They work fine ! I had trouble with both system when installing a firewall or internet security third party (my network config : wireless connection through a gateaway, wifi...
    • diabolofrais
    • Thread
    • antivirus deinstallation f-secure firewall g-data home network microsoft security network security network settings pc security security software compatibility system issues system protection troubleshooting windows 7 windows security windows vista wireless
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. K

    Windows 7 Beware: Do Not Install

    A list of programs that will cripple, in one way or another, your Windows 7 system. Adobe Photoshop CS4 Standalone (Kills Windows Update) Daemon Tools (causes hard errors, possibly making the OS unusable) G-Data Antivirus 2009 (Causes irreparable system crash) MagicDisk (Can cause both...
    • Kyle
    • Thread
    • adobe antivirus application conflicts caution compatibility daemon tools error handling feedback g-data installation issues magicdisk os issues program list resource conflict software support claims system crash update windows 7
    • Replies: 128
    • Forum: Windows Software
  4. winddancer

    Windows 7 Which AV program for Win 7?

    I've been using G-Data with Vista, but will keep crashing my Win7 64. Heard Norton 360 isn't working either. Any sensible suggestions?
    • winddancer
    • Thread
    • 64-bit antivirus av software crash g-data norton security software suggestions windows 7
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Windows Software
  5. winddancer

    Windows 7 Windows 7 not booting after Login Screen

    Hi all, I am having a problem with my Win 7 Beta. Everytime I boot the machine the system won't continue booting after I entered my login password. A blank desktop with the revision number appears as well as the mouse cursor (can be moved). But after this nothing more is loaded. I cannot...
    • winddancer
    • Thread
    • antivirus beta software boot issues desktop issues error message g-data system crash task manager windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support