"William Anderson" wrote:
Quote:
> Hey there Markm,
>
> It's very possible that the registry structure or file structure of the OS
> differs between x64 and x32 systems...preventing the icons from being
> deposited in their correct locations. I'll run the installers and see what
> happens.
>
> However, remember that although Vista x64 supports 32-bit applications,
> (they have to since manufacturers seem to be dragging their butts in the
> 64-bit world.) there's no guarantee of complete functionality.
>
> Ultimately, the way the Installer for the application plays a big role in
> how it installs on the 64-bit platform. So if the package was created before
> Vista 64 came into play, things like this are possible to happen.
>
> Once again, I'll run a couple of those apps that you mentioned, and let you
> know where I see it fail. :-)
>
> Best Regards,
>
> Will
>
> "markm75" wrote:
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> >
> >
> > "William Anderson" wrote:
> > Quote:
> > > You bring up an interesting point regarding the 32-bit installs. I still
> > > think that it's got something to do with the x64 OS. I'll go ahead and
> > > install some 32bit apps with verbose logging and let you know what i see. Is
> > > there a program (specifically non microsoft) that you're looking for?
> > >
> > > "markm75" wrote:
> > >
> > > > I should add, that its the path C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start
> > > > Menu\Programs where the folders get created, but no icons..
> >
> > There doesnt seem to be any specific program that doesnt put the icons in..
> > like i said even programs like the real player or the super movie converter..
> > I also installed Pinnacle 11.5 and the icons werent made there either.
> >
> > Obviously this must be some sort of registry or file system glitch perhaps
> > security related. I checked security permissions on the start menu under
> > program data but didnt see anything out of the ordinary.
> >
> > Thanks.. i should add .. these apps used to put icons under x64 just fine..
the work machine which is x64 works fine.. its a sudden change for some
reason...