Resolution to my previous post: Only icons are visible after logging in to Windows Server 2003

Thanks to one of my friends who helped me resolved this problem. The reason for this problem is that the "Windows Standard" Color scheme and some other schemes in the Desktop properties were deleted. Maybe it was because of the Conficker virus or someone has accidentally deleted these schemes. Here are the steps I went through to solve this.

1. Since I could not see the text or the area where I point my mouse pointer because of the black screen, I right click on the Server's desktop and then press "R" on the keyboard(shortcut for Properties).
2. To go to the Appearance tab, where this Color scheme is located, I press Ctrl+Tab.
3. Pressing Alt+ C will lead you to the Color Scheme portion, then select the available color scheme in which you can read the text.
4. I choose "Maple" color scheme.
5. By clicking "Apply" button, you will be able to read all the texts and the screen and background are now seems back to normal mode.
6. Clicking "Advanced" button on the same "Appearance" menu will enable to set up Inactive Window, Active Window and Message Text settings. In the "Item" portion, I chose Desktop and in the "Color 1" portion, I chose color blue. All other portions like Size, Font and Color2 are disabled.
And viola, problem was solved.

See screenshot below for the solution:














Thanks also to all of you guys who suggested me some possible solutions to resolve this problem.

Kudos to you!

Only icons are visible after logging in to Windows Server 2003

At first, this is the problem. The logon screen turns black after you press CTRL+ALT+DELETE to log on to a Microsoft Windows Server 2003-based computer.
I visit the Microsoft site to search which luckily i found the answer and the solution is the link below.

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/906510

But there's another problem. After logging in, all I can see are only icons in black screen with no labels/text in it. Even if I open Start Menu or My Computer, or any window, only icons are visible. It's weird, man and it is only the first time I encountered this kind of problem. The system is up and running. This is the application server and still, clients can connect to this server and can use the applications they needed.
Even if you will use RDP, this black screen with only icons you will see.

I think this is REGISTRY problem but what keeping me puzzled and think is that how can I edit the registry if I cannot see the text that I'm typing.

See the screenshots of the problem below:

Screenshot after pressing Start Menu


Screenshot after opening My Computer













I tried running the server in Safe Mode to check whether the screen is Normal but it was the same but it is not. It is also black screen with only icons in it.

I need it badly guys. Help me fix this problem. To all Microsoft expert out there help me fix this. What do you think guys is the problem of this and what is the solutions for this.

Any suggestions?

Thank you very much.

Windows 7 Beta Shuts Down July 1

Microsoft wants those using the trial version of its next OS to switch to the Release Candidate.

News from informationweek.com
By Paul McDougall
InformationWeek

Microsoft (NSDQ: MSFT) is urging consumers who are using the beta version of its Windows 7 operating system to switch to the more fully developed Release Candidate as the Windows 7 Beta will enter its expiration period next week.

"Still on Windows 7 Beta? You need to move to the RC and fast," Microsoft's Stephen Rose said in a blog post Tuesday.

Users who continue with Windows 7 Beta beyond next week are in for a nasty surprise. "Starting July 1, the Beta will start to reboot every 2 hours and expire Aug 1st," wrote Rose. Microsoft will continue to offer Windows 7 RC as a free download until Aug. 15.

Windows 7 RC is close to the final version of Windows 7 that Microsoft plans to release on Oct. 22. Windows 7 RC will function until June 1, 2010.

Microsoft last week released a beta version of a toolkit for businesses mulling an upgrade of their desktop systems to the Windows 7 operating system.

Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit version 4.0 is designed to analyze computers and other devices on a network to determine if they're compatible with Windows 7, Windows Server 2008, and other software products, including Microsoft Office 2007.

MAP also identifies candidates for virtualization, power-saving opportunities, and security vulnerabilities.

MAP can be downloaded from Microsoft's TechNet Web site. The company has not stated when a final version of the tool would be available.

Microsoft is counting on Windows 7 to erase memories of Vista, which flopped in the business market and drew numerous gripes from consumers. Complaints ranged from Vista's intrusive security measures to its heavy desktop footprint.

Windows 7 is said to be lighter and easier to use than its predecessor. It also includes slick new tools that improve everyday tasks such as desktop searches and PC-to-PC file transfers.

What's new in Windows 7 RC

I've just downloaded Windows 7 RC(Release Candidate) on my PC and it took me less than 4 hours to download it. Its ISO image is about 275 MB size. I will try to install it so that I can check myself what's also new on this new Windows 7. If you want to know more information about this new version of Windows, click on the link below and also watch the embedded video.

http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/

Sender ID Framework SPF Record Wizard

Check this link:
http://www.microsoft.com/mscorp/safety/content/technologies/senderid/wizard/

Vista + Windows Live Messenger - ERROR 81000306

I got the solution from one of the forums about Vista:
http://www.vistax64.com/vista-general/26514-vista-rtm-windows-live-messenger-error-81000306-a.html

Steps:
- Click start
- Type: cmd
- Right-click cmd.exe when it appears under Applications
- Click Run As Administrator
- Type the following: netsh int tcp set global autotuninglevel=disabled- Press enter- Restart your computer

If you didn't run as administrator, you will get this message:
"Set global command failed on IPv4 The requested operation requires elevation"

Resolution: You need to run it as administrator. To do that, in Start, type cmd. in the cmd icon, right -click on it and select Run as administrator. Then run "netsh interface tcp set global autotuninglevel=disabled" command.

The command to show autotuning level:
netsh int tcp show global