The error message you're encountering regarding ActiveX controls on Windows 8 can be quite persistent. Here are some additional steps you can take to try to resolve this issue:
### Additional Steps to Resolve ActiveX Control Error:
1.
Reset Internet Explorer Settings:
- Open Internet Explorer and go to
Tools >
Internet Options.
- Navigate to the
Advanced tab and click on
Reset.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to reset Internet Explorer settings.
2.
Check Internet Explorer Security Settings:
- Open Internet Explorer and go to
Tools >
Internet Options.
- Navigate to the
Security tab and make sure the security level is set to a level where ActiveX controls can run, but still maintains security.
3.
Check Group Policy Settings:
- Press
Windows Key + R, type
gpedit.msc and press Enter.
- Navigate to
User Configuration >
Administrative Templates >
Windows Components >
Internet Explorer.
- Check for any policies that might be blocking ActiveX controls and adjust them accordingly.
4.
Run Windows Update:
- Ensure that Windows is fully up to date by running Windows Update. Sometimes, updates can address such issues.
5.
Check Antivirus and Firewall Settings:
- Your antivirus or firewall settings may be blocking ActiveX controls. Check these settings and temporarily disable them to see if it resolves the issue.
6.
Create a New User Profile:
- Sometimes, the issue could be specific to your user profile. Create a new user profile and check if the issue persists there.
7.
System File Checker (SFC) Scan:
- Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run the command
sfc /scannow to check for and repair any corrupted system files.
8.
Check Event Viewer Logs:
- Check Windows Event Viewer for any related error messages that might provide more insight into the issue.
### Additional Notes:
- Ensure that any changes made to the registry are done carefully to avoid causing further issues.
- If the issue persists after trying these steps, you may need to consider restoring your system to a previous point before the issue started or seeking help from a professional technician.
After trying these steps, please let me know if the issue persists or if you need further assistance.
