runtime error 9

Question

Hello,

   Every time i start my computer i get a message that says "Run-time error '9': Subscript out of range"

As far as i know it has not caused any problems yet and im still able to run all my programs.  I fear that if i dont fix it there may be problems in the future though. 

I run windows vista ultimate if that helps.  I've read slightly on what its possibly caused by but do not know exactly how to fix it because most people I've read about in forums say they get it when they run programs.

Could it be from programs starting?  Maybe from my Adobe flash player being out of date or something?  I also get a message saying i need to update that.  Not sure if its related.

Any answers are good answers.

Thanx,

Mr. James M

Answer 1

Something that you have running at startup is failing. You need to find out what it is.

First, always be sure the computer is virus/malware-free so you know you are working from a clean base.

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

If the machine is clean, manage your startup to find what program is failing.

Start Orb>Search box>type: msconfig and when it appears in the Results box above, right-click and choose "Run as Administrator".

If you are prompted for an administrator password or for a confirmation, type the password, or click Continue. Then see what is on the Startup tab. You don't need to restart immediately, but the next time you do you'll get a dialog saying you've used the Utility. Usually in Vista this will be blocked by Windows Defender and you'll need to allow it so you can then tick the box that says in effect, "don't bother me about this again".

Important - Do not use the System Configuration Utility to stop processes. Instead, use Services.

Start Orb>Search box>type: services and when it appears in the Results box above, right-click and choose "Run As Administrator". Confirm elevation as needed.

The free Autoruns program is very useful for managing your Startup - http://www.microsoft.com/technet/sysinternals/default.mspx

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MS-MVP - Elephant Boy Computers - Don't Panic!

Answer 2

thank you! i will try this as soon as i get back to my computer at home.