Are you getting an error similar to this?
Guide to Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library Error
by: SpecialK & CrimeCraft Support Team
I. What causes a Runtime Error?
II. What do Runtime Error codes mean?
III. Asknerd.net fix
IV. Player fixes
V. Gears of War Fix
VI. How to Fix ActiveX Errors
VII. Microsoft Tech Support
I. What causes a Runtime Error?
In most cases, runtime errors are actually problems in your Windows system rather then the program trying to operate and is subsequently causing the error message.
A common source of runtime errors is a corrupt registry which causes programs to malfunction. For example, the runtime error #7 which means a memory problem may not really have anything to do at all with a shortage of memory on your computer - rather is could be a problem resting in the file structure of your computer which causes your program to malfunction.
II. What do Runtime Error Codes mean?
Compiled listing:
http://asknerd.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=47
III. Asknerd.net Fix
Note: Vogster is not responsible for any issues related to your computer upon voluntary downloading of programs from other websites. Please download only from reputable sources and at your own risk.
The good news is that there is an easy solution to eliminating most runtime errors. Programs such as Registry Mechanic by PC Tools or Registry Patrol from Patrol Software Labs that will run a series of trouble shooting diagnostic tests on your computer and not only identify any errors on your computer, but also fix them.
This is actually a pretty easy thing to do. What you want to do is download a reputable registry program such as Registry Patrol which is free do to and is the program I most recommend to my clients.
To download the program, go to their website [Outside Link Removed, Please use reputable source] and click on the green “ start registry scan now “ button. This will take you to their free download page where you can try out the program at no charge as well as run a full scan of your system to check for what is causing those error messages.
Depending on how many files your computer has on it, the scan will take anywhere from a few minutes to as long as 20 minutes to complete. Once the program is finished, it will report back to you about any errors it has found that are causing your computer to act funky.
Registry Patrol will check the entire file structure of your computer including file integrity, application extension problems ( how your programs interact with Windows when they run ) shared files, short cut issues and a host of other file sections that the average person could care less about just as long as their computer runs properly.
Once the program is done, you can then have it fix any problems it has found by simply clicking “ Fix the Problems “
There is a high degree of chance that any quality registry repair program will fix and eliminate those runtime issues you have been experiencing, and companies such as Registry Patrol offer guarantees with their programs to ensure that their program works or you don’t have to pay anything.
IV. Player Fixes
1. LaZAA:
install DirectX 9.0c(DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer)
2. harbynger:
I played with it more, and found that the repair tool under version in the launcher only seems to fix one file at a time. After running it a few times and having it fix files, it eventually said my copy was ok. After that I could get into the game just fine.
3. IRSmurf:
While I wasn't experiencing any other errors on my computer, reinstalling Windows (this time going with 32 bit) solved the problem.
V. Gears of War Fix
Taken from Microsoft Tech:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/967060
Method 1: Check the processor speed requirement
This error may occur if your processor does not meet the minimum system requirements for the game. Gears of War CrimeCraft for Windows requires a PC that has a 2.4-GHz Intel or 2.0-GHz AMD or faster processor. For complete system requirements, visit the following Microsoft Game Studios Web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/games/pc/gearsofwar.aspx#sysreqs (http://www.microsoft.com/games/pc/gearsofwar.aspx#sysreqs) http://www.crimecraft.com
To determine whether a computer meets the minimum system requirements, use the DirectX Diagnostic Tool (Dxdiag.exe):
1. To start the DirectX Diagnostic Tool in Windows Vista, click Start
Collapse this imageExpand this image
Start button
, type dxdiag in the Start Search box, and then press ENTER.
Collapse this imageExpand this image
User Account Control permission
If you are prompted for an administrator password or for confirmation, type the password, or click Continue.
In Windows XP, click Start, and then click Run. Type (or paste) dxdiag in the Open box, and then click OK.
2. On the System tab, note the "Processor" speed of your computer.
* If it is below the minimum system requirement, you may have to upgrade your computer. To upgrade your computer, contact the computer manufacturer.
* If your computer meets the system requirement but you still experience the error, try the next method.
Method 2: Download and install the latest Visual C++ runtime
1. Locate and then remove the existing Visual C++ installation. To do this, follow these steps:
Note Because there are several versions of Microsoft Windows, the following steps may be different on your computer. If they are, see your product documentation to complete these steps.
1. In Windows Vista
In Control Panel, open the Programs and Features item. To do this, click Start, type appwiz.cpl in the Start Search box, and then press ENTER.
In Windows XP
Click Start, and then click Run. Type appwiz.cpl, and then click OK.
2. Locate Microsoft Visual C++ in the list of installed programs.
3. In Windows Vista
Click Microsoft Visual C++, and then click Uninstall.
In Windows XP
Click Microsoft Visual C++, and then click Remove.
Note If you cannot find Microsoft Visual C++ in the installed programs list, go to step 2
4. Follow the steps to remove the software.
2. Download and then install the latest Visual C++ runtime. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Visit the following Microsoft Web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/Search.aspx (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/Search.aspx)
2. In the search box next to All Downloads, type Microsoft Visual C++ package, and then click Go.
3. In the search results, click the Visual C++ Redistributable Package for your operating system.
Note The x86 version of the package is for 32-bit version of Windows. The X64 version of the package is for 64-bit version of Windows.
4. On the page that opens, click Download, and then save the file to your Desktop.
5. When the download is complete, double-click the executable file.
6. Follow the directions that are displayed. When you are prompted, restart the computer.
If the error continues to occur, try the next method.
VI. How to Fix ActiveX Errors
Taken from: http://www.tuneupadvisor.com/activex-help.aspx
(Refer here for complete guide)
In many cases, ActiveX applications are malicious which is why you should restrict ActiveX programs from automatically being run.
1. To do this, open Internet Explorer and choose Tools, then choose Internet Options. Click on the Security tab and click on the button that says Custom Level.
2. Scroll down to the Active-X section and mark "Prompt" under all the options given except for the settings marked "Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins" and "Script Active X controls marked safe for scripting". These should be set to "enable". This means that you will be prompted before a questionable ActiveX file is installed giving you greater control over your system. In addition, these settings may solve your ActiveX error.
Another step you can take to solve Active-X errors involves resetting a system file which may be misconfigured.
1. Go to the Start button
2. Choose Run
3. Type in: regsvr32 msxml3.dll
4. Click OK
5. Click OK again when prompted
6. Close all browser windows and reopen
VII. Microsoft Tech Support
This is a Microsoft Visual C++ Error, so they may be able to better assist you with this problem as it is a common one found in many video games (as a quick google search will reveal).
http://support.microsoft.com/
Last Edited on: Jul 25 2009 01:36 AM UTC (May 23 2012, 10:14am GMT)
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Are you getting an error similar to this?
Guide to Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library Error
by: SpecialK & CrimeCraft Support Team
I. What causes a Runtime Error?
II. What do Runtime Error codes mean?
III. Asknerd.net fix
IV. Player fixes
V. Gears of War Fix
VI. How to Fix ActiveX Errors
VII. Microsoft Tech Support
I. What causes a Runtime Error?
In most cases, runtime errors are actually problems in your Windows system rather then the program trying to operate and is subsequently causing the error message.
A common source of runtime errors is a corrupt registry which causes programs to malfunction. For example, the runtime error #7 which means a memory problem may not really have anything to do at all with a shortage of memory on your computer - rather is could be a problem resting in the file structure of your computer which causes your program to malfunction.
II. What do Runtime Error Codes mean?
Compiled listing:
http://asknerd.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=47
III. Asknerd.net Fix
Note: Vogster is not responsible for any issues related to your computer upon voluntary downloading of programs from other websites. Please download only from reputable sources and at your own risk.
The good news is that there is an easy solution to eliminating most runtime errors. Programs such as Registry Mechanic by PC Tools or Registry Patrol from Patrol Software Labs that will run a series of trouble shooting diagnostic tests on your computer and not only identify any errors on your computer, but also fix them.
This is actually a pretty easy thing to do. What you want to do is download a reputable registry program such as Registry Patrol which is free do to and is the program I most recommend to my clients.
To download the program, go to their website [Outside Link Removed, Please use reputable source] and click on the green “ start registry scan now “ button. This will take you to their free download page where you can try out the program at no charge as well as run a full scan of your system to check for what is causing those error messages.
Depending on how many files your computer has on it, the scan will take anywhere from a few minutes to as long as 20 minutes to complete. Once the program is finished, it will report back to you about any errors it has found that are causing your computer to act funky.
Registry Patrol will check the entire file structure of your computer including file integrity, application extension problems ( how your programs interact with Windows when they run ) shared files, short cut issues and a host of other file sections that the average person could care less about just as long as their computer runs properly.
Once the program is done, you can then have it fix any problems it has found by simply clicking “ Fix the Problems “
There is a high degree of chance that any quality registry repair program will fix and eliminate those runtime issues you have been experiencing, and companies such as Registry Patrol offer guarantees with their programs to ensure that their program works or you don’t have to pay anything.
IV. Player Fixes
1. LaZAA:
install DirectX 9.0c(DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer)
2. harbynger:
I played with it more, and found that the repair tool under version in the launcher only seems to fix one file at a time. After running it a few times and having it fix files, it eventually said my copy was ok. After that I could get into the game just fine.
3. IRSmurf:
While I wasn't experiencing any other errors on my computer, reinstalling Windows (this time going with 32 bit) solved the problem.
V. Gears of War Fix
Taken from Microsoft Tech:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/967060
Method 1: Check the processor speed requirement
This error may occur if your processor does not meet the minimum system requirements for the game.
Gears of WarCrimeCraft for Windows requires a PC that has a 2.4-GHz Intel or 2.0-GHz AMD or faster processor. For complete system requirements, visit the following Microsoft Game Studios Web site:http://www.microsoft.com/games/pc/gearsofwar.aspx#sysreqs (http://www.microsoft.com/games/pc/gearsofwar.aspx#sysreqs)http://www.crimecraft.comTo determine whether a computer meets the minimum system requirements, use the DirectX Diagnostic Tool (Dxdiag.exe):
1. To start the DirectX Diagnostic Tool in Windows Vista, click Start
Collapse this imageExpand this image
Start button
, type dxdiag in the Start Search box, and then press ENTER.
Collapse this imageExpand this image
User Account Control permission
If you are prompted for an administrator password or for confirmation, type the password, or click Continue.
In Windows XP, click Start, and then click Run. Type (or paste) dxdiag in the Open box, and then click OK.
2. On the System tab, note the "Processor" speed of your computer.
* If it is below the minimum system requirement, you may have to upgrade your computer. To upgrade your computer, contact the computer manufacturer.
* If your computer meets the system requirement but you still experience the error, try the next method.
Method 2: Download and install the latest Visual C++ runtime
1. Locate and then remove the existing Visual C++ installation. To do this, follow these steps:
Note Because there are several versions of Microsoft Windows, the following steps may be different on your computer. If they are, see your product documentation to complete these steps.
1. In Windows Vista
In Control Panel, open the Programs and Features item. To do this, click Start, type appwiz.cpl in the Start Search box, and then press ENTER.
In Windows XP
Click Start, and then click Run. Type appwiz.cpl, and then click OK.
2. Locate Microsoft Visual C++ in the list of installed programs.
3. In Windows Vista
Click Microsoft Visual C++, and then click Uninstall.
In Windows XP
Click Microsoft Visual C++, and then click Remove.
Note If you cannot find Microsoft Visual C++ in the installed programs list, go to step 2
4. Follow the steps to remove the software.
2. Download and then install the latest Visual C++ runtime. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Visit the following Microsoft Web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/Search.aspx (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/Search.aspx)
2. In the search box next to All Downloads, type Microsoft Visual C++ package, and then click Go.
3. In the search results, click the Visual C++ Redistributable Package for your operating system.
Note The x86 version of the package is for 32-bit version of Windows. The X64 version of the package is for 64-bit version of Windows.
4. On the page that opens, click Download, and then save the file to your Desktop.
5. When the download is complete, double-click the executable file.
6. Follow the directions that are displayed. When you are prompted, restart the computer.
If the error continues to occur, try the next method.
VI. How to Fix ActiveX Errors
Taken from: http://www.tuneupadvisor.com/activex-help.aspx
(Refer here for complete guide)
In many cases, ActiveX applications are malicious which is why you should restrict ActiveX programs from automatically being run.
1. To do this, open Internet Explorer and choose Tools, then choose Internet Options. Click on the Security tab and click on the button that says Custom Level.
2. Scroll down to the Active-X section and mark "Prompt" under all the options given except for the settings marked "Run ActiveX controls and plug-ins" and "Script Active X controls marked safe for scripting". These should be set to "enable". This means that you will be prompted before a questionable ActiveX file is installed giving you greater control over your system. In addition, these settings may solve your ActiveX error.
Another step you can take to solve Active-X errors involves resetting a system file which may be misconfigured.
1. Go to the Start button
2. Choose Run
3. Type in: regsvr32 msxml3.dll
4. Click OK
5. Click OK again when prompted
6. Close all browser windows and reopen
VII. Microsoft Tech Support
This is a Microsoft Visual C++ Error, so they may be able to better assist you with this problem as it is a common one found in many video games (as a quick google search will reveal).
http://support.microsoft.com/
Last Edited on: Jul 25 2009 01:36 AM UTC (May 23 2012, 10:14am GMT)