How to add MSAS to Startup registry

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I spoke with Microsoft support and MsN Premuim support
and they don't have an answer. They suggested I repost
the question and hope Danny Boy doesn't reply. How do I
get Microsoft AntiSpyware Beta to automatically start. I
have the box checked in "Options, Settings, Real time
Protection" that says "Enable at startup". But it
doesn't start. I have to click on the desktop icon
manually everytime I reboot. Please reply with a
solution. I also run Norton Internet Security 2005 and
AdAware and AdWatch by Lavasoft.
 
doesn´t icon appears?
use ctrl+alt+del and see the process with your names
stated with GCAS...., as:

GCASDTSERV.EXE
GCASSERV.EXE

so, the MSAS is working...

try repair the install in ADD/REMOVE PROGRAM from windows

-----Original Message-----
I spoke with Microsoft support and MsN Premuim support
and they don't have an answer. They suggested I repost
the question and hope Danny Boy doesn't reply. How do I
get Microsoft AntiSpyware Beta to automatically start.
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I
 
in HKLM\SOFTWARE\MICROSOFT\WINDOWS\CURRENTVERSION\RUN

put

"c:\program files\microsoft antispyware\gcasServ.exe"

NOte:

doesn´t icon appears?
use ctrl+alt+del and see the process with your names
stated with GCAS...., as:

GCASDTSERV.EXE
GCASSERV.EXE

so, the MSAS is working...

try repair the install in ADD/REMOVE PROGRAM from windows


-----Original Message-----
I spoke with Microsoft support and MsN Premuim support
and they don't have an answer. They suggested I repost
the question and hope Danny Boy doesn't reply. How do I
get Microsoft AntiSpyware Beta to automatically start.
Click to expand...
I
 
sorry, I have the right to reply to every post
whether you like it or not

the right is mine whether to post a helpful or unhelpful response

reinstall MSAS while turning off Norton's junkware
 
Disable NIS 2005 for awhile and see if that makes a difference - you may
have to reinstall MSAS - you ARE logging in as ADMIN aren't you?


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If you are under attack and MSAS does not seem to help:

*Submit suspected spyware report in the tools menu of MSAS*

PREP YOUR MACHINE FIRST!
- IF you are using Spybot S/D, UN-Immunize your computer
- IF you are using Adaware, turn off AD-Watch
- Disable all other active anti-spy applications
- Dump all temporary file locations and Internet files

1. Download:
lspfix.exe www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
winsockxpfix.exe www.snapfiles.com/get/winsockxpfix.html
ccleaner.exe www.ccleaner.com
killbox.exe www.bleepingcomputer.com/files/killbox.php

2. Clean out all temp file locations with ccleaner.exe

3. Install and use killbox to delete stubborn files

4. Reboot into safe mode - http://tinyurl.com/pfca
5. Run MSAS at least twice in full/deep mode
6. Run a robust, updated antivirus software scan
7. Reboot into normal mode,see if problem has been corrected

8. If you think something is there but can't see it, download:
- Blacklight by F-Secure
www.europe.f-secure.com/exclude/blacklight/blbeta.exe
- RootKitRevealer by SysInternals
www.sysinternals.com/ntw2k/freeware/rootkitreveal.shtml

9. If your problem is Virus or Security patch related:
In the United States or Canada, call 1-866-PCSAFETY
MS will provide free support for those issues.

Battle Notes:
- If you have trojans (files that won't go away),
you may have to disable System Restore on XP:
http://tinyurl.com/movy

- If your Internet connectivity quits:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/892350
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/811259
LSPFix - www.cexx.org/lspfix.htm
Winsockxpfix - www.snapfiles.com/get/winsockxpfix.html

- Install SpywareBlaster to block malware apps from
installing on your machine. Does not actively run
on your machine, you run it, it makes changes that
protect you.
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com/

- This program will not detect or remove viruses
http://www.microsoft.com/athome/security/viruses/default.mspx

*** For assistance in battling infestations***
- Get HijackThis.exe from:
http://tomcoyote.org/hjt/hjt199//HijackThis.exe
- Save it to C:\hjt (new folder)
- Open it and select "Scan and Save Log"
- Send it to Ron Kinner as an attachment
- Ron's email address is (e-mail address removed)
- Put Hijack in the subject so he knows it's not spam

Application Notes:
Registering a VB6 dll seems to fix missing agents:
1) Open up a command prompt (start -> run -> cmd)
2) Type in the following "regsvr32 msvbvm60.dll" (without the quotes).
3) Close and re-open Windows AntiSpyware
4) If that fails, install VB6 runtime files:
http://www.softwarepatch.com/windows/vbrun6download.htm

- To report false positives:
www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/isv/fpform.aspx
- To submit disputes or requests:
www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/isv/cdform.aspx
- To learn more about how MS analyzes suspected spyware:
www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/isv/analysis.mspx
- To Run MSAS in passive mode:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/892375

Alternative Anti-Spyware Applications:
- Spybot Search and Destroy
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download2471.html
- LavaSoft AdAware
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download506.html
- AdAware VX2 Cleaner Plugin
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4283.html
- BHODemon
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3550.html
- CWShredder (CoolWWWSearch)
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3019.html
- PestPatrol
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download1187.html
- Webroot Spysweeper
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download3263.html
- Ewido Security Suite
http://www.ewido.net/en/
- CounterSpy (Same Giant Company Engine as MSAS)
- http://www.sunbelt-software.com

Recommended Software to help protect you:
- Windows XP Service Pack 2
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/sp2/default.mspx
- SpywareBlaster
http://www.javacoolsoftware.com
- Outpost Firewall Pro
http://www.agnitum.com/products/outpost
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