Vista - STILL Unable to delete registry keys.

i had followed this guide Unable to delete registry keys

but i still cannot delete a registry key/subfolders that i need.

i am trying to install an ESET Nod32 AV upgrade but i cannot overwrite its registry keys in the local machine i believe, therefore it doesnt install correctly.

i dont know what else to try.

any ideas?

Is this the process you have been following?

ESET Knowledgebase - How do I manually uninstall my ESET security product? (3.0)


Ardneh

yes thats what i am TRYING to do. but like i said, i followed a guide i found on here about taking control of a file to access it or something. but it did not work.

So you entered Safe Mode, ran regedit, found the three keys, and they wouldn't delete?

correct, i've tried that.

its LOCAL_MACHINE/SOFTWARE/ESET

i cant get rid of those.

What happens specifically when you try?
Do you get a popup describing the problem or error?
Any additional info about the situation would be helpful.

"Cannot Delete ESET: Error While Deleting Key"

When you opened regedit did you right-click and choose Run as Administrator?
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Some of the posts on ESET forums suggest using Revo Uninstaller.

Revo Uninstaller - Reviews and free Revo Uninstaller downloads at Download.com

yes, it does not work.

This seems to be a known issue with ESET.
Maybe give Revo a try. It's freeware.