Missing .DLL file? (WME)

[lg1236]

My computer will no longer run most of my programs including WORD, Quickbooks, etc. I get an error message that says: A required .DLL file, WINSPOOL.DRV was not found. I also get an error message on start up that says: Error loading powrprof.dll. One of the library files needed to run this application cannot be found.
Is there a way to reload these files somehow without having to reformat my drive?
Thanks!!

[homeflash]

you can just reinstall your windows. It shouldn't mess your existing program. rename your win.com to win.old and just install over

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[jrex_36]

You might want to look at this. It will save re-installing your Operating System.

http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=265371

What it basically says is:
Now, that basically says to go to Start >> Run >> and type msconfig and click Ok. Look for the "Extract File" button and click it.

Where it says "Replace file from" put EITHER.

c:\windows\options\install

or

c:\windows\options\cabs

And In "restore file to" put:

c:\windows\system

Try that first


<P ID="edit"><FONT class="small">Edited by jrex_36 on 09/11/04 20:40.</FONT></P>