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"Search" function in XP not responding

Discussion in 'Windows XP' started by joem, 2008/08/18.

  1. 2008/08/18
    joem

    joem Inactive Thread Starter

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    For some reason when I click on Search to locate a file or program, nothing happens. There is absolutely no response as in the past. Can someone direct me to a possible fix?
    Thanx in advance.
     
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    PeteC

    PeteC SuperGeek Staff

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    joem - Welcome to the Board :)

    Two possible solutions .....

    Start > Run > type %SystemRoot%\Inf > OK

    The inf folder will open - navigate down to srchasst.inf, right click on it > Install - this fix requires your XP install CD, retail not Recovery

    Alternatively use a far better search engine than the native one in Windows - I highly recommend AgentRansack (freeware) - I have used the Pro version for years without issue.
     
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