Some errors may occur because of the System Configurations on your Windows XP computer. This article explains how to use the System Configuration Utility to turn off applications that automatically start when your computer boots up.

This utility is available on computers that have Windows XP and newer operating systems. You must be logged on as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group in order to complete this procedure. If your computer is connected to a network, network policy settings may also prevent you from completing this procedure. For more information administrative privileges, see Acquire Administrative Privileges on Your Computer.

Warning: Microsoft strongly recommends that you do not use System Configuration Utility to modify the Boot.ini file on your computer without the direction of a Microsoft support professional. Doing so may render your computer unusable.

The following steps explain how to temporarily disable all programs from automatically starting upon start up. After disabling all Startup Items, try installing the program again to see if it resolves the issue. The Enable All section explains how to re-enable all Startup Items.

Disable All

1. Select Start > Run.
2. Type msconfig. The System Configuration Utility dialog opens.
3. Select the Startup tab.
4. Click the Disable All.
5. Click Apply.
6. Reboot your computer.
7. Run the installation again.

Enable All

1. Select Start > Run.
2. Type msconfig. The System Configuration Utility dialog opens.
3. Select the Startup tab.
4. Click Enable All.
5. Click Apply.