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In Vista, I was able to pack more icons in the system tray, in the same amount of space, than in 7. In comparable space I was able to fit 3 to 4 moreicons in VistaLink Removed than in 7 Link Removed Is there a way to condense these icons in 7?

Step 1: I insert a USB stick Step 2: copy something FROM it to my hdd Step 3: I right-click the safely remove icon from the system tray Step 4: no USB devices are listed..... only the "open devices and printers" button is listed frustrating.... Why? Notes: - I searched the forums for a...

I'm hoping someone from Redmond sees this message and will open a defect ticket. This needs to be addressed promptly. Brand new HP 600q TouchSmart system running Windows 7 64-bit. Everything works normally until Windows Media Center is started, especially when it is started in maximized...

I have completely removed several apps using Revo Uninstaller so I know its been completely removed, yet somehow it still remains in the Notification Area Icons area...(The place to turn the icons on or off....) Is there any way to clean this up so the old icons from applications that at one...

For the past couple of months, the "new" version of the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool has been identified as an automatic update and then installs successfully each month. However, within minutues the automatic update tool tells me there is a new update to install and it lists the...

I'm trying to locate a gadget or tool that will allow me to see logical hard drive(s) activity through icon(s) in the system tray. All I want to see is activity, no graphs or stats needed. I've tried HDDLed and either I can't understand the doc or the doc doesn't allow for a W7 Pro-64 Lenovo...

I just started using windows 7 and I some problems are driving me nuts. First the disc mount widget on the tray again. Why are they so darn slow to show? Is there something I'm missing, or is that just how they are? Is there something I can disable to make it show up as fast as XP? Next is...

Hey, I'm having a problem with Windows 7. I just installed a fresh copy of Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit OS, but I can't connect to my home network because it is secured with a WEP key. I know what the WEP key is, but I can't enter the key, because the properties button is missing when I right-click...

Recently, when I noticed that the wireless manager in the system tray seemed to be stuck on 'connecting to a network', when there's a blue spinning circle next to the hollow signal bars. Confused, since I was already surfing the internet, I tried to access the Network and Sharing Center via...

I'm running win7, auto updates, latest nvidia drivers, on an amd dual core 32 bit 2.7 processor with 4gb memory. The machine works perfectly in all respects - except that it won't install any games! I've tried cod4, cod2, bioshock, crysis warhead, mass effect2...etc. All legitimate copies...

I cant access any control panel applets I cant add "my computer" to my desktop If I select PERSONALIZE I get an "unspecified error" from explorer.exe I have a red X notification in the system tray but get no response to my selelction to access the Action center who knows, this could just...

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# downloads If you've grown fond of the Windows 7 "show desktop" button and would like the same button in the same location (beside the clock and system tray) on Windows Vista and XP, Show Desktop helps preserve interface continuity across all your desktops. More*» More...

OK. Nothing exciting here! Some people have issues with Segoe UI as the system default font. So. Link Removed due to 404 Error At a friends request I made an Aero Arial.msstyles. No bells. No whistles. What you'll get is the bog standard Windows 7 Aero theme, but with all the system Segoe UI...

Is there was a way to adjust the degree of transparency of the Taskbar and System Tray?

hi all, sorted out my guest account logon prob. now when any guest logs on, no network icon appears in system tray/notification area? the guest can access the net and browse. would be very grateful for any ideas/solutions. the icon does not even appear in the customize icons display window...

I often , of late, get this popup from my "notifications" Is there any way I can stop it. It doesn't seem to have any purpose?? Link Removed due to 404 Error

Hi, I'm running Widows 7 Ultimate on a Dell PC (I've got the RAM to install). For a long time I did not have what follows. Recently it appeared, stayed awhile, and then has reappeared.....for good ? In my bottom tray, 3 icons to the right of the Start button, an icon has appeared that has...

Hello everyone,I am new here I have purchased a new pc yesterday only and put windows 7 ultimate 64 bit the problem i am facing is that every time i restart my pc the LAN (Ethernet) drivers install and it shows red cross on network icon on system tray and when i see in manage it shows that...

Hello everyone,I am new here I have purchased a new pc yesterday only and put windows 7 ultimate 64 bit the problem i am facing is that every time i restart my pc the LAN (Ethernet) drivers uinstall and it shows red cross on network icon on system tray and when i see in manage it shows that...