FAQ

Where can I find RegRun's latest version?

Homepage: http://www.greatis.com

Download: http://www.greatis.com/security/download.htm

How can I install RegRun?

1. Shut down (Close) any currently running RegRun programs.

2. Run the downloaded file by clicking on regrunXXX.exe and following the setup instructions. You should not uninstall a previous version.

You must unsinstall RegRun 2.X before installing RegRun 3.

How can I install RegRun on the Windows NT/2000/XP/Vista?

You must login as an administrator for installation, registration, and uninstallation.

Other users can use one registered copy of RegRun on the same machine.

RegRun automatically determines user rights and automatically configures itself.

The common user cannot write access to the sections of RegRun if s/he doesn't have rights in the system.

Power Users of Windows NT/2000/XP have full access to the following:

1. Registry - Current User Run

2. Startup folder

3. Current user RunOnce

4. Read-only access for other parts.

Each user has his own folder, My Documents\RegRun2, which contains a backup of startup profiles and the log file.

What does an evaluation time mean?

You can use RegRun for 30 days to test its functionality and reliability.

After that you must order RegRun or uninstall it.

What does RegRun do with my computer after evaluation time expire?

Nothing. Your computer is safe.

RegRun only warns you that you forgot to purchase it. That's all!

I heard that the registry programs are dangerous. How does RegRun work?

Indeed, a mishandled registry can result in severe problems! For that reason, RegRun is a wise investment - we at Greatis Software are registry specialists, and have tried to make RegRun a powerful, but SAFE tool to make the most of your computer. RegRun provides a user-friendly interface and always the additional possibility to undo changes. RegRun doesn't process any operation without your knowledge and confirmation. You can restore a previous condition at any time.

I am registered user and I lost my registration information.

If you change your e-mail address, please notify us.

How can I download the upgrade for RegRun?

Download new version of RegRun http://www.greatis.com/security/download.htm

and install it over old. If you uninstall it, you will need register it again.

The new versions are free for registered users.

Why did I lose several of my configuration sets after installing version 2.7?

Version 2.7 is a major change to RegRun, and we want you to review your current configuration in addition to reviewing new configuration options.

RegRun hangs when running and uninstalling?

If you set a 16-color mode of screen, RegRun 2.7-2.8 or higher doesn't hang up. But it doesn't work. There are no problems with using Windows NT4/2000/XP.

To run Start Control in the Windows 98/Me, open Start menu, Run, browse to the regrun.bat in the RegRun Suite folder. You will be switched to the full screen mode for couple of seconds After that Start Control will be executed.

If you use Windows 9X/ME and a lot of programs run simultaneously the system can hang because the system resources have run out.

How to uninstall RegRun?

There are many ways to do it:

1. Open Start menu, Settings, Control Panel, Add/Remove Programs.

2. Open Start menu, Programs, RegRun Security Suite, Uninstall.

You must restart your computer to finish uninstallation.

What is Secure Start?

Secure Start is active BEFORE Windows is fully activated, and allows a controlled startup process.

There are two version of Secure Start: Secure Start working in DOS mode and Secure Start working in the Windows mode.

Secure Start DOS works with Windows 95/98.

Secure Start Windows works with Windows 98/2000/ME.

Note! Secure Start doesn't work with Windows NT4.

Within Windows 2k, only the administrator has the privilege to setup Secure Start. This setup is applied for all other users.

How does Secure Start work?

Secure Start for DOS uses "autoexec.bat" to launch.

Secure Start for Windows uses registry key HKLM\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnceEx.

What is WatchDog?

"WATCHDOG" - Provides silent monitoring of the startup managers during your Windows working session. Watchdog may be configured to check the startup managers at Windows startup, Windows shutdown, and as a recurrent check with a specified time interval. If one of these scans detects a change, then you are notified with a popup window and a start-up of Start Control, along with the option to restore the affected file.

What is STARTUP PROFILER?

"STARTUP PROFILER" - Creates a specially designed file, called startup profile, that contains all of the startup information. Users may create their own profiles and restore them in WINDOWS and DOS. "STARTUP PROFILER" has a unique feature for startup troubleshooting - "Clean Boot". Using the "Clean Boot," the user will boot in really clean Windows.

Startup Profiler works in two modes: DOS and Windows.

Startup Profiler for DOS allows you to choose a custom profile before Windows starts and allows you to use special Clean Boot feature.

Startup Profiler for Windows allows you to create custom profiles and restore them. You must restart your computer to see the changes.

How to use "rbm" files?

RegRun has a unique feature to work with registry - Registry Assistant.

"REGISTRY ASSISTANT" allows instant access to any key in the registry. Users can create their own bookmarks or use the specially designed packet for improving performance, Windows enhancement and troubleshooting. Packet contains the description of many registry keys, tips and tricks. REGISTRY ASSISTANT loads information from "rbm" files.

You do have Greatis registry package for Windows 9X/ME and NT/2000/XP.

This feature is a WONDERFUL tool for advanced users - novices should deactivate it, or explore it carefully and backup the registry first!

WatchDog finds new started or paused NT services each time Windows is launched

Windows NT/2000 initializes RAS, Telephony and several other services after the user logs on. Curiously, services such Telephony start in spite of setting "Manual" - these services will be stopped after a short small time. RegRun will find these "stealth" services and warn you. While RegRun II 2.6 can't refresh service status and notify the user again, newly enhanced version 2.7 can! When you use the Refresh button, NT services will be refreshed too. (Note: We use parameter string "/c 1" to initialize RegRun for the first time. For example: "C:\Program Files\Greatis Software\Regrun2\regrun2.exe /c 1".) RegRun will skip testing NT services at starting. The refresh occurs automatically with the recheck and you will see actually changes..

Problems with registration

After purchasing RegRun you will receive a letter with registration information.

The registration key is built on the basis of the user data.
You must fill the registration form Exactly as in the registration message. You may use Copy/Paste (CTRL+C/CTRL+V) to clipboard commands to enter information correctly. After the pressing Register you will need restart RegRun. After the next starting of RegRun you will see a your name in the About dialog.

How much CPU time does RegRun use?

RegRun does not monitor the registry and files continuously. It will check your system periodically, based upon Watch Dog's period. The checking is very fast. RegRun uses very little CPU time and system resources.

I have restored the RegRun profile, but I want to go back to the previous condition

If you restored a profile or used Clean Boot, you may return back by using undo profile.

RegRun saves this profile with name "Undo.rr2". Choose File -> Open Profile -> right Click and choose "Open from" -> Locate "Undo" profile and restore it.

The last saved RegRun profile named "Regrun2.rr2". RegRun will backup previous profiles and save the new one when you use the Save button. RegRun keeps the nine copies of your profile.