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I am trying to activate windows ThinPC, after i click ‘change product key’ link to activate, this error pops up.
Why slui.exe file is missing and where can i get that file from?
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The evaluation media is hard coded with a 90 day timebomb. You cannot apply a Volume License key to the eval media. SLUI.EXE is removed on purpose from this media. Supplying a copy of the binary will not help. You must obtain Volume License media through Software Assurance.
Terry Warwick, Microsoft
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This question should probably be asked in a different forum, but I will try to help. First of all, are you using an Evaluation or Volume License copy of Windows ThinPC?
Terry Warwick, Microsoft
Good morning Terry,
I am using evaluation copy and have volume license key but evaluation media was downloaded from software assurance on licensing.microsoft.com.
I can’t even go to the window to enter the product key. It keep shows the error message that
‘windows cannot find ‘c:\windows\\system32\\slui.exe’. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again.’
I believe, you need to contact software assurance for assistance with Thin PC.
The evaluation media is hard coded with a 90 day timebomb. You cannot apply a Volume License key to the eval media. SLUI.EXE is removed on purpose from this media. Supplying a copy of the binary will not help. You must obtain Volume License media through Software Assurance.
Terry Warwick, Microsoft
I worked with bounced.
First of all thank you for trying to help even though this was mistakenly posted on the wrong forum. I have told him to move it to the Windows 7 forum. 🙂
Windows cannot find Javaw.exe. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again
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Thank you for reaching us out on Microsoft Community forums. I understand that after uninstalling the java you get an error message Windows cannot find Javaw.exe.
1) Have you made any changes to the computer prior to the issue?
2) When do you get the error?
Follow the methods for troubleshooting steps.
I suggest you to re-install the java and check.
How do I manually download and install Java for my Windows computer?
If the issue still persists after performing the above troubleshooting steps please reply us we will be happy to help you.
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I have followed the above steps and I still get the error message.
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Hi, the main issue is that Windows can not find the java program in its Environment. So we need to add the exact path (e.g. «C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jre8\bin») of Java program in the Environment Variable path. To do so please follow the steps given below:
1. Right click on My computer
2. Select Properties
3. Now click on the «Advanced System Settings» link on the left side of the window.
4. Now in the system Properties window click on the «Environment Variable» button
5. Now you will see the window is divided into mainly two sections. In the lower section titled ad System variables, look for a value called path. If you find any just open and add a «;» after the line ending in the variable value section.
6. Now enter the path for the java program after the «;» in the value section
e.g. for java 1.6.x = C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jre6\bin
java 1.7.x = C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jre7\bin
java 1.8.x = C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jre8\bin
Please note that the above examples are for default java installation locations. you may have a different path like if you have installed in D:\ or E:\ drive.
Windows cannot find filename.extension. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again.
My wife cannot open an Office document from Windows Explorer by double clicking the document. If she does, she gets an error message stating «Windows cannot find ‘C:\Users\username\Documents\filename.extension’. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again.» There is no problem if she starts the application first and then opens the document from within the application. Any suggestions?
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My wife cannot open an Office document from Windows Explorer by double clicking the document. If she does, she gets an error message stating «Windows cannot find ‘C:\Users\username\Documents\filename.extension’. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again.» There is no problem if she starts the application first and then opens the document from within the application. Any suggestions?
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My wife cannot open an Office document from Windows Explorer by double clicking the document. If she does, she gets an error message stating «Windows cannot find ‘C:\Users\username\Documents\filename.extension’. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again.» There is no problem if she starts the application first and then opens the document from within the application. Any suggestions?
The option exists, but I get the same error message when I use it.
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I am going to try dig up a solution. May take a little while.
Will let you know one way or the other.
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Ok. I got lucky. Found a most likely solution for you.
Warning : Be Careful. You will be working on registry. Although the steps are relativelt simple, caution is advised.
Here is the link :
http://www.winhelponline.com/blog/error-windows-cannot-find-filename-when-opening-doc-files-from-windows-explorer/
Note : at Step #5, use the instruction that applies to YOUR version of Office Word.
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Tried that and a couple of other tips from that link, but to no avail. Maybe my wife’s machine is possessed.
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Tried that and a couple of other tips from that link, but to no avail. Maybe my wife’s machine is possessed.
I have no more ideas. I don’t want to give you the famous » boiler-plate » answers. I hate them.
Sorry that I can’t help you further.
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I have the same problem with Word and also Jasc Paint Shop Pro 8. Double clicking a link to a document in Windows Explorer opens the program then I get that error message. Once the program is open the document will open if I double click the link (or icon on desktop) for the document but it won’t do both.
I tried the registry edit above and then the error message stopped but the document still wouldn’t open, and I got messages about some changes to normal.dot, sorry I’m lost already.
So I imported my backup to revert the registry back to the way it had been and somehow it got fixed. The program and the document now open right up when I double click the link. Back to normal, I don’t know why.
How to fix the Windows cannot find error [Full Guide]
The Windows cannot find error is one that can occur under alternative circumstances. For some, the issue occurs when trying to open File Explorer with the Win + E hotkey or from the Win + X menu.
For other users, the error message pops up when launching some Windows 10 apps. In both instances, an error message states: Windows cannot find. Make sure you typed the name correctly, and then try again.
If that error message only pops up when you try to open File Explorer, it’s not such a big deal. You can still open that file manager by pressing the taskbar’s File Explorer button or by clicking This PC on the desktop.
However, Windows 10 apps returning that same error message don’t open. This is how you can fix the Windows cannot find error for both Explorer and apps.
How can I solve the Windows cannot find error?
1. Select File Explorer’s This PC option
Fixing the Windows cannot find error for File Explorer is more straightforward. Some Windows users have resolved the issue by adjusting the Open File Explorer setting to This PC.
Tired of so many File Explorer issues? Fix them all with the help of this extensive guide.
2. Fix the error using a third-party app
The Windows can’t find error has extremely diverse causes and that is why it can be pretty hard to pinpoint and troubleshoot. So that’s why it’s recommended to use a third-party solution that can fix issues automatically.
The solution we propose below can fix a lot of Windows 10 issues like the ones that occur after updates and even BSoD errors, file corruption problems or missing DLLs.
3. Reregister Windows 10 apps
3.1 Get the App package using PowerShell
If Windows 10 apps are showing the Windows cannot find message, resetting the apps is one of the best resolutions.
Reregistering an app is a little like reinstalling it as that deletes app data, but you don’t need to install it again. You can reset Windows 10 apps as follows.
Can’t open Task Manager? Don’t worry, we’ve got the right solution for you.
Reregistering Windows 10 apps with PowerShell will reset all the default apps bundled with the platform. If you need to reregister new apps you’ve installed, you can do so via Settings.
Each listed app has a Reset button that you can press to reregister it as outlined below.
3.2 Reset the apps
4. Open the Microsoft Store App Troubleshooter
The Microsoft Store App troubleshooter might also help fix the Windows cannot find error you are facing. Use the above procedure in that regard.
If the Troubleshooter stops before completing the process, fix it with the help of this complete guide.
4. Rename EXE Files
The Windows cannot find error can also occur for programs that aren’t Store apps. Then the error message will also include a path for the specific software you’re trying to open.
A particular error is followed by the message Windows cannot find c:program make sure you typed the name correctly. Renaming EXE files is one resolution for errors that include software paths.
If you have any additional questions, feel free to leave them in the comments section below.
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There are times when the error message shows up when you try to open File Explorer, so select File Explorer’s This PC option and get rid of it for good, as detailed in this quick guide.
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Plenty of users report that they have received the same error message when opening an application. We have an excellent error to fix the Windows cannot find error.
What does it mean when Windows cannot access the specified device path or file?
When getting this error message, it usually means that the file is blocked by Windows. Here’s what to do if Windows cannot access the specified device path or file.
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on my system the problem turned out to be a change in permissions probably caused by a w10 update. Admin accounts were denied access to user account files. So if a user downloaded a new app and ran the install pgm, the after entering the pw into the User Account Control the pgm could not be found. Solution: share the folder with the Admin (or Everyone).
1) Already set to “This PC”
2) “this file doesn’t have an app associated with it…” (it is there though)
3) “There was a problem and this can’t continue”
4) Wouldn’t let me rename
Basically my computer can’t find many exe filetypes even when I’m literally double-clicking (or right-click, open) on them.
This problem started after a PC shutdown during a forced Windows update. I had no idea it was updating, there was no indication on the screen whatsoever, looked like screen was frozen. I gave it a few minutes and still appeared frozen (just a dark screen with no text, loading bar or any sort of motion, just a solid color screen and nothing else). There really needs to be some sort of indication that an update is being forced.
I tried to reinstall the Windows 10 OS and it doesn’t allow me to go through with that either. It lets me run the command prompt, but not as administrator, so I don’t know if there is something (maybe in safe mode) that I can type in cmd prompt that will fix this issue?
I’m also unable to install Windows updates. These latest updates failed:
1) 2019-06 Cumulative Update for Windows 10 Version 1803 for x64-based Systems (KB4503286) – Error 0x8007007e
2) 2019-06 Security Update for Adobe Flash Player for Windows 10 Version 1803 for x64-based Systems (KB4503308) – Error 0x8007007e
The “retry” option never works and the troubleshooter doesn’t help. I’ve already tried manually downloading the windows update files linked from some troubleshooter. The downloads worked, just not the installation.
I tried “retry” again and it added a 3rd failed update:
3) 2019-02 Update for Windows 10 Version 1803 for x64-based Systems (KB4346084) – Error 0x8007007e
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I see that you are having a tough time locating the downloaded files.
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Thank you for answering my questions.
Let’s try the following and check:
Step 1:
I would suggest you to select «Save as» option when you try to download the file.
Step 2:
Normally whatever you download by default it will save in downloads folder. If you want to save your downloads in the different folders you need to change the locations.
Please follow the steps to set the location of your default download folder.
a) Click on Start, and then click on Computer
b) Click on C:\ drive, and then click on User’s folder.
c) Under user’s folder click on your user name, then click on Downloads, right click on downloads select Properties
d) Click on the Location Tab.
e) Under location tab Change the location to the require drive.
f) Click on Apply, finally click OK.
Let us know if the issue is resolved or not.