Scheduled Tasks May Not Start When Starting Computer (232766)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 98
  • Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
This article was previously published under Q232766

SYMPTOMS

When you start you computer, the Scheduled Tasks tool may not start the appropriate programs automatically.

CAUSE

This issue can occur if the "Only start the scheduled task if computer is idle for number minute(s)" feature is enabled for the task.

RESOLUTION

To work around this issue, disable the "Only start the scheduled task if computer is idle for number minute(s)" feature for each program you want to run automatically when you start your computer:
  1. Click Start, point to Programs, point to Accessories, point to System Tools, and then click Scheduled Tasks.
  2. Click the program you want to run automatically when you start your computer.
  3. On the File menu, click Properties.
  4. On the Settings tab, click to clear the Only start the scheduled task if computer is idle for number minute(s) check box.
  5. Click OK.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:12/20/2004
Keywords:kbenv kbprb KB232766
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