Windows 8 About Service Control Manager and DistributedCOM errors

[amirzubair]

Hi there guys was just checking event logs and found alot of Service Control Manager and DCOM errors. What is the cause and how to get rid of this?

 

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Service Control Manager and DCOM (Distributed Component Object Model) errors in Windows Event Logs can be caused by various factors, leading to system instability or issues. Here are some common causes and solutions to address these errors:

Service Control Manager Errors:​

1. Corrupted Services:
   • Cause: Services failing to start or stopping unexpectedly.
   • Solution:
     • Check the affected services and troubleshoot them individually.
     • Ensure all dependencies for the services are met.
     • Restart the services or modify their configurations if needed.
   []Startup/Shutdown Issues:
   • Cause: Inconsistent service behavior during system startup or shutdown.
   • Solution:
     • Check for conflicting applications or services.
     • Look for recent software installations causing issues.
     • Ensure that services set to Automatic are starting correctly.

       DCOM Errors:​

   []Permissions Issues:
   • Cause: Incorrect or missing permissions related to DCOM objects or applications.
   • Solution:
     • Adjust DCOM settings by setting appropriate permissions.
     • Ensure that the running applications have the necessary privileges.
     • Review event details to identify specific application failures.
   []Firewall/Antivirus Interference:
   • Cause: Security software blocking DCOM interactions.
   • Solution:
     • Configure firewall or antivirus to allow DCOM communications.
     • Whitelist applications to prevent interference with DCOM.

       General Solutions for Both Error Types:​

   []Update Drivers and Software:
   • Ensure that system drivers, especially network and chipset drivers, are up to date.
   • Update Windows and installed software to the latest versions to patch known issues.
   []System File Checker:
   • Run a System File Checker (sfc /scannow) to scan and repair corrupted system files.
   []Check Dependencies:
   • Review services and DCOM components to ensure proper dependencies and settings are in place.
   []Restore Points:
   • Create a system restore point before making significant changes to revert if needed.
   []Event Log Troubleshooting:
   • Investigate specific error codes and event details to pinpoint root causes. By addressing the specific errors and understanding the root causes, you can mitigate Service Control Manager and DCOM errors in Windows, leading to a more stable system environment.