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Windows 7 RunDLL Error on Startup

Anonymous
2011-02-19T14:06:22+00:00

On Startup, I get a RunDLL error that reads: "There was a problem starting c:\windows\system32\kfaugcm\shim64_sqzdgv.dll The specified module could not be found."  I've tried searching for 'shim64_sqzdgv.dll' in regedit and in the primary (c:) drive in general but to no avail.  The system otherwise seems to work fine but it's annoying that I can't clear this error (when I acknowledge it by clicking 'ok', it just reappears).  Does anyone have an idea on how I can clear this error or at least make the error message stop appearing?

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  1. Anonymous
    2011-02-19T14:10:24+00:00

    You appear to have some residual reference to a virus or spyware program that your virus scanner disabled. Here is how you can find out what it is:

    • Click Start
    • Type the word msconfig into the Search box and press Enter
    • Untick every tick mark under the Startup tab.
    • Click the Services tab, then tick the box that hides the Microsoft services.
    • Untick every remaining tick mark.
    • Physically disconnect the machine from the Internet.
    • Reboot in Normal Mode.
    • If this fixes the problem, restore the tick marks in groups of 4 until you find the culprit, then leave it unticked.
    • Restore your Internet connection when finished.

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  1. Anonymous
    2013-10-28T20:15:15+00:00

    My Rundll problem is at start-up. Cannot find:(C:\Users----\AppData\Local\Conduit\BackroundContainer\BackroundContainer.dll   Any ideas? Thanks

    Open regedit, search for BackgroundContainer. You should find a reference to BackgroundContainer as a startup task. Make a backup of the registry key and then delete the bad key. Reboot and you should be good.

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  2. Anonymous
    2013-10-21T04:26:52+00:00

    My Rundll problem is at start-up. Cannot find:(C:\Users----\AppData\Local\Conduit\BackroundContainer\BackroundContainer.dll   Any ideas? Thanks

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  3. Anonymous
    2012-12-13T16:16:08+00:00

    I tried a different approach, but a little knowledge is sometimes dangerous. My RunDLL error referred to "\User\Ken\APPData\Local\Apps\AppleComputer\kmzzqbu.dll" When Search programs and files didn't locate anything, I searched the registry, and found something there that matched the kmzzqbu part. I was tempted to delete that, but restrained myself. Perhaps I should try your advice.

    The only Apple application I have is QuickTime, and I reinstalled that, but still had the problem.

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  4. Anonymous
    2011-02-19T14:28:48+00:00

    Virus Removal Info

    Provided by:  Malke - MS MVP:

    http://www.elephantboycomputers.com/page2.html#Removing_Malware

    Also:

    Unexplained computer behavior may be caused by deceptive software

    http://support.microsoft.com/kb/827315

    JS

    http://www.pagestart.com

    Never be afraid to ask. This forum has some of the best people in the world available to help.

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