Cannot find the file "-DONTRUNOLD"

[lizzie_sz]

Well, I've tried just about everything to find out exactly what's wrong with my computer, and I've succeeded in fixing a couple of things, but one error remains when I start up my computer:

"Cannot find the file '-DONTRUNOLD' (or one of its components). Make sure the filename are correct and that all libraries are available."

I have tried searching for this problem online, but it just comes up with a bunch of NIMDA virus explanations, which I'm pretty sure I don't have because I've looked in my system.ini thing, and the line is just "shell=explorer -dontrunold" with no "load.exe" in it.

I'm new to this forum and desperate for help! Thank you so much.

[Tom]

Hi lizzie sz,

The -DONTRUNOLD command doesn't belong in your system.ini file. Good chance it was placed there by some virus activity (in this case, a NIMDA variant). To be safe, you should assume you do have some malware loaded, and do some of the following:
1 - Update your current AV program and run a scan.
2 - Follow Panda's suggestions Here. They also offer a free (registration required) removal program download, but I have not tried it.
3 - Follow the CTH Cyber Safety instructions Here.

Good luck,

Tom

[Nick Grana]

Two of the most common:
W32.Nimda.A@mm and W32.Nimda.E@mm

Removal Tool See if this will help. Read directions carefully.
Good luck.

[lizzie_sz]

Thank you for your help...

Currently running all the scans suggested!