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    MSE uninstalls itself

    Discussion in 'Alienware M15x' started by DraZziW, Aug 15, 2011.

  1. DraZziW

    DraZziW Notebook Consultant

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    I know this isn't exactly a m15x specific problem but my Microsoft Security Essentials uninstalls itself ... I tried reinstalling, but after rebooting i can't find it anymore. Any suggestions?
     
    DraZziW, Aug 15, 2011
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  2. RodEire

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    are you running a genuine version of windows?
     
    RodEire, Aug 15, 2011
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    yes, i believe it can't be installed otherwise
     
    DraZziW, Aug 15, 2011
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    A Google search indicates that your experience is not uncommon. It seems to occur when MSE is being updated and the installation routine fails for reasons unknown. They're working on a fix. For the moment, the only cure/answer is to reinstall MSE.
     
    The Revelator, Aug 15, 2011
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    Tt seemes i needed to download a windows program to verifiy the authenticity of windows, and afterwards reinstall it. Now it works :D
     
    DraZziW, Aug 17, 2011
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