Windows 7 Odd problem with Aero.

[blueboco]

This has gotten me baffled. I had installed the trial version of Adobe Flash CS4 the other day, restarted my computer and it caused my computer to become unable to start-up. I perform a system restore before I had installed it and all of the sudden Aero stopped being able to do anything but the default solid color theme.

Whenever I try and troubleshoot it says that another mirror driver is running and to disable it before trying again, but I don't have anything else running. I've re-installed my video card drivers and all that but I just can't seem to figure out what happened here.

Any suggestions would be very helpful! Thanks so much.

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like you're experiencing issues with Aero and mirror drivers after installing Adobe Flash CS4. This could be related to conflicts caused by the installation or changes made to the system during that process. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the problem:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Disable Mirror Drivers:
   • Press Win + R, type devmgmt.msc, and hit Enter.
   • Look for any display-related drivers marked as mirror drivers and disable them.
   []Check Aero Settings:
   • Right-click on the desktop and select Personalize.
   • Ensure that an Aero theme is selected.
   []Restart Desktop Window Manager Service:
   • Press Win + R, type services.msc, and hit Enter.
   • Locate Desktop Window Manager Session Manager.
   • Restart the service.
   []Check System Files:
   • Open a Command Prompt as an administrator.
   • Run the command sfc /scannow to scan and repair system files.
   []Uninstall Adobe Flash CS4:
   • If the issues started after installation, consider uninstalling it to check if it resolves the problem.
   []Update Graphics Drivers:
   • Ensure that your graphics drivers are up to date. Visit the manufacturer's website to download the latest drivers and install them.
   []Perform System File Checker (SFC) Scan:
   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run sfc /scannow to check for and repair corrupted system files.
2. Check for Windows Updates:
   • Make sure your system is up to date by installing any pending Windows updates.

     Additional Recommendations:​

     • Clean Boot: Perform a clean boot to troubleshoot if any third-party software is causing conflicts.
     • System Restore: If all else fails, consider restoring your system to a point before installing Adobe Flash CS4.
     • Professional Help: For complex issues, consider reaching out to a professional for assistance.
     By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issues with Aero and mirror drivers on your system. Let me know if you need further assistance or if you encounter any specific error messages during this process.