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The extended attributes are inconsistent.
  1. 18 Dec 2010 #1


    Brody6951

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    The extended attributes are inconsistent.

    "The extended attributes are inconsistent"



    What does this error message mean? It comes up when I try to install a program or even when I am working with a program like Excel, for example. The window just shuts down and this message appears.

    Thanks.

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  2. 18 Dec 2010 #2
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    Re: The extended attributes are inconsistent.

    Welcome
    I think the quick meaning is corruption.

    Try the following

    System Restore
    SFC Scannow
    Repair Install if you have a Vista DVD
    Repair Install For Vista
    Scan with your anti virus Download and scan with malwarebytes
    System Restore - How to
    System Files - SFC Command

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  3. 19 Dec 2010 #3


    Brody6951

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    Re: The extended attributes are inconsistent.

    Hi. Thank you for answering my post. I cannot use System Restore and I cannot install any downloaded programs because the error message pops out. I also don't have a CD to re-install.

    I have Spyware Doctor and it doesn't show any malware or virus. I cannot try Windows Defender because the error message "The extended attributes are inconsistent." appears on any program I try to call.

    I'm hoping I can do something from the Safe Mode but I do not know what to do.

    Thank you again.

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