Windows 7 Software not running on upgrade machine, but is OK on clean install machine

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Upgraded an HP desktop from Vista 64 bit Home Premium to Windows 7 64 bit Home Premium. I've noticed that some utilities like Form Pilot, Scan to PDF and Scan2PDF will not work on my upgraded machine even though they're Windows 7 compatible. They either will not launch or hang after launch. However, if I install the identical utilities on my other HP desktop with factory installed Windows 7 64 bit Home Premium, they install and operate flawlessly. I'm stumped. I've tried all kind of windows repair utilities but nothing seems to help. Any thoughts.

 

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When migrating from one operating system version to another, especially in cases like upgrading from Windows Vista to Windows 7, there can be compatibility issues with specific software applications that were originally designed for the older system. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and possibly resolve the issues you are facing with Form Pilot, Scan to PDF, and Scan2PDF not working properly on your upgraded HP desktop:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Compatibility Mode:
   • Try running these utilities in compatibility mode for Windows Vista. Right-click on the application's shortcut, go to Properties > Compatibility tab, and select Windows Vista as the compatibility mode.
   []Reinstallation:
   • Uninstall the problematic utilities completely and reinstall them on your Windows 7 system. Make sure you download the latest versions compatible with Windows 7 from the official websites if available.
   []Run as Administrator:
   • Launch the utilities by right-clicking on their executable files and selecting "Run as Administrator." This might bypass any permission-related issues.
   []Check System Requirements:
   • Ensure that your HP desktop meets the system requirements specified by these utilities, even if they claim to be Windows 7 compatible.
   []Driver Updates:
   • Update the drivers for your hardware components, especially those related to scanning devices, as outdated drivers can lead to software compatibility issues.
   []Event Viewer Logs:
   • Check the Windows Event Viewer for any errors or warnings related to the launch or operation of these utilities. It might provide more detailed information on what is causing the problem.
   []Clean Boot:
   • Perform a clean boot to start Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs to see if any third-party software is causing conflicts with these utilities.
2. System File Checker:
   • Run the System File Checker tool to scan and restore any corrupted system files that might be affecting the proper functioning of these applications.

     Additional Considerations:​

     • User Account Control: Ensure that User Account Control (UAC) settings are not blocking the execution of these utilities.
     • Firewall and Antivirus: Temporarily disable your firewall and antivirus software to check if they are preventing the utilities from running.
     • Virtual Machines: Consider running these utilities in a virtual machine with Windows Vista to see if they work properly within that environment.
     By following these steps, you can systematically troubleshoot the issues you are facing with Form Pilot, Scan to PDF, and Scan2PDF on your upgraded Windows 7 system and hopefully resolve them successfully.