Untitled System Folder Appears in My Computer (238517)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 98
  • Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition

This article was previously published under Q238517

SYMPTOMS

After you open My Computer, you may see an untitled folder. If you are viewing My Computer as a Web page, the untitled folder is identified as a system folder when you select it. You cannot open or delete the folder.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if you are running the "Tweaki...for Power Users" software by JerMar Software and you clear the Remove Dial-up Adapter from My Computer check box.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, contact the manufacturer to inquire about a fix or updated version of the program. For more information on contacting the manufacturer, please see the JerMar Software Web site: Microsoft provides third-party contact information to help you find technical support. This contact information may change without notice. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy of this third-party contact information.

To work around this issue, click to select the Remove Dial-up Adapter from My Computer check box:
  1. Click Start, point to Programs, point to Tweaki...for Power Users, and then click Tweaki...for Power Users.
  2. Click to select the Remove Dial-Up Adapter from My Computer check box, click Apply, and then click Done.
  3. Click Yes when you are prompted to restart your computer.

MORE INFORMATION

The third-party products that are discussed in this article are manufactured by companies that are independent of Microsoft. Microsoft makes no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding the performance or reliability of these products.

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:12/20/2004
Keywords:kb3rdparty kbenv kbprb KB238517