A thorough uninstall is a manual removal of all registry data and other application-related information that may be left on the system following an automatic uninstall. This type of process is occasionally required when troubleshooting a corrupt installation or reinstalling a related product.
Before beginning the uninstall process, right-click the corresponding icons located within the Windows system tray to exit iolo AntiVirus and iolo Firewall and to close the System Mechanic 7 Popup Blocker, System Guard, System Health alerts, and any scheduled maintenance.
WARNING: Using the Windows Registry Editor incorrectly can cause serious problems and may result in an inoperable operating system. Use Registry Editor at your own risk and discretion.
Step 1. Uninstall System Mechanic 7 Professional
1. Uninstall System Mechanic 7 Professional using the Add/Remove Program function in the Windows Control Panel and restart the computer as prompted.
2. Click the Windows Start button.
3. Click Run.
4. In the Open: box, type ?regedit?.
5. Click OK.
6. On the left, expand the folder HKEY_CURRENT_USER and then expand Software.
7. Navigate to the Software\iolo\System Mechanic 7 folder.
8. Right-click on the System Mechanic 7 folder and select Delete.
9. Click Yes to confirm the deletion.
10. Close the Registry Editor.
11. On the Windows desktop, double-click on the My Computer icon and navigate to your Local Disk (Usually the C: drive) then Program Files\IOLO\System Mechanic Professional 7.
12. Right-click on the System Mechanic Professional 7 folder and select Delete.
13. Click Yes to confirm the deletion.
14. Close all open windows and restart the computer.
Step 2. Reinstalling System Mechanic 7 Professional
To download the latest System Mechanic 7 Professional installation file, go here:
http://www.iolo.com/customercare/kbarticle.aspx?id=KBA-01366
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