IE6 Internet Options Disabled

[UN Owen]

After mistakenly installing what I thought to be an IE6 patch overtop of my
existing IE6, I have had the 'Tools' -'Internet Options' - 'Security'
disabled or greyed out. I also have a new 'MS IE Provided by...' on my top
header bar that I don't want. This was because it was a corporate version
over top of a public version. How can I restore my security options and
clean out the header bar back to what it was? I tried to uninstall and
re-install my original version with no luck. I suspect the answer lies in
the registry, but need advice on this. Thanks.

 

[Ramesh]

Remove IE Restrictions. Download a fix from:
http://mvps.org/sramesh2k/reg/IE_reset_restrictions.reg

To remove the branding:
Click Start | Run | and type the following commands one by one: and press
Enter
"Rundll32 IedkCS32.dll, Clear"

Remove IE/OE Branding:
http://www.dougknox.com/utility/scripts_desc/unbrand.htm

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http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k

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After mistakenly installing what I thought to be an IE6 patch overtop of my
existing IE6, I have had the 'Tools' -'Internet Options' - 'Security'
disabled or greyed out. I also have a new 'MS IE Provided by...' on my top
header bar that I don't want. This was because it was a corporate version
over top of a public version. How can I restore my security options and
clean out the header bar back to what it was? I tried to uninstall and
re-install my original version with no luck. I suspect the answer lies in
the registry, but need advice on this. Thanks.

 

[UN Owen]

Wow! Thank you so much for the information and quick response. I was
successful in removing the 'Branding' by the method you recommended. However
for whatever reason, the attempt to remove the IE restrictions did not work.
I tried it as both Administrator and User without success. Any ideas as to
why?

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Open Registry Editor and go to:
HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Restrictions\NoBrowserOptions

Delete the NoBrowserOptions key

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Ramesh - Microsoft MVP
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
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Computer viruses: description, prevention, and recovery:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=129972
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Wow! Thank you so much for the information and quick response. I was
successful in removing the 'Branding' by the method you recommended. However
for whatever reason, the attempt to remove the IE restrictions did not work.
I tried it as both Administrator and User without success. Any ideas as to
why?

 

[UN Owen]

I looked for the following as you suggested without any luck.

HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\Restrictions\NoBrowserOptions

Delete the NoBrowserOptions key

What I did find is as follows:

HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\Restrictions\NoSetHomePage

I also found this:

HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\InfoDelivery\Restrictions\NoBrowserSaveWebComplete
HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\InfoDelivery\Restrictions\NoSearchCustomization

The above was logged on as Administrator. Logged on as a user, I found
NoBrowserOptions in the following locations:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Explore
Bars\{C4EE......}\FilesNamedMRU
HKEY_USERS\S-1-5........\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Explore
Bars\{C4EE.....}\FilesNamedMRU

In both of these keys there are items numbered 000 to 024 and both items
002=nobrowseroption.

I need help in understanding why the NoBrowserOptions isn't listed as you
suggested as well as if the above is even relevant. Thanks again.

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Apologies. NoBrowserOptions applies if you are unable to open the Internet Options. you might want to check here:

Can't adjust security settings at tools, internet options, security Security tab is missing completely
http://www.mvps.org/inetexplorer/answers_8.htm

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I looked for the following as you suggested without any luck.

HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\Restrictions\NoBrowserOptions

Delete the NoBrowserOptions key

What I did find is as follows:

HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\Restrictions\NoSetHomePage

I also found this:

HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\InfoDelivery\Restrictions\NoBrowserSaveWebComplete
HKCU\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Internet
Explorer\InfoDelivery\Restrictions\NoSearchCustomization

The above was logged on as Administrator. Logged on as a user, I found
NoBrowserOptions in the following locations:

HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Explore
Bars\{C4EE......}\FilesNamedMRU
HKEY_USERS\S-1-5........\Software\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Explore
Bars\{C4EE.....}\FilesNamedMRU

In both of these keys there are items numbered 000 to 024 and both items
002=nobrowseroption.

I need help in understanding why the NoBrowserOptions isn't listed as you
suggested as well as if the above is even relevant. Thanks again.

 

[UN Owen]

Wow! Once again you've come through. I found the appropriate key at
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Current
Version\Internet Settings\ This contains the 'Security_Options_Edit' DWORD.
What I'm not sure of next is whether to delete this key or edit the DWORD
value which is 1. So should I change this value to 0 or delete the key? I
have backed up the key and in fact the entire registry. Any further info
would be greatly appreciated. Thanks once again.

 

[NaresH KumaR]

To solve this problem, download the fix from the URL given below

http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/iegentabs.reg

"Security_Options_Edit" prevents users from changing security zone settings
and disables the Custom Level button and security-level slider and not the
problem you are experiencing.

 

[UN Owen]

To Nareshkumar, Thank you for your input however that is exactly the problem
that I am having. Security Zone settings and Custom Level button are greyed
out so Security_Options_Edit is in fact where the problem lies. I'm just not
sure on the registry requirement to delete the key or change the value from
1 to 0.

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

Delete the key or change the Value

[Value Data: 0 = disable restriction, 1 = enable restriction]

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http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
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Internet Explorer Newsgroup FAQs:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/IEFAQ.htm

Computer viruses: description, prevention, and recovery:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=129972
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Wow! Once again you've come through. I found the appropriate key at
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\Current
Version\Internet Settings\ This contains the 'Security_Options_Edit' DWORD.
What I'm not sure of next is whether to delete this key or edit the DWORD
value which is 1. So should I change this value to 0 or delete the key? I
have backed up the key and in fact the entire registry. Any further info
would be greatly appreciated. Thanks once again.

 

[UN Owen]

Success!!! I changed the value to 0 and now I'm back in business. Ramesh,
you truly are a guru. Thanks again for all your help.

 

[Ramesh [MVP]]

You're most welcome, and Thank you for the compliments )

Internet Explorer Newsgroup FAQs:
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k/IEFAQ.htm