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What Causes the “Content File Locked” Error on Garry’s Mod? We investigated the issue after receiving numerous reports from users who were unable to play the game due to the error and devised a list of solutions which solved the error for most of our users. Also, we looked into the reasons due to which the error was being triggered and they are listed below. Now that you have a basic understanding of the nature of the issue we will move on towards the solutions....

This error means that Intel Boot Guard couldn’t check the firmware because the digital signatures do not match the system’s security key. The main reason for this error is a bad or missing Boot Policy Manifest (BPM). This usually happens because the BIOS is broken or does not match, often after using a modified BIOS or swapping in a motherboard with different firmware settings. Warning: Please proceed with caution. If you are not familiar with BIOS troubleshooting, making changes can risk permanently damaging (“bricking”) your computer....

“Couldn’t open the file because the file type isn’t supported or the file has been damaged or corrupted or was not correctly decoded.” There is no specific solution to this error message as it is not an issue but merely an informative note on behalf of the program informing the user that the file they are trying to open in Adobe Reader or Acrobat cannot be opened in the program....

Problems with the spooler service or printer settings can also contribute. In this article, we will discuss different ways to solve this error. 1. Restart the Printer A quick reset of the printer clears minor errors in its system. By turning it off, unplugging, and reconnecting it, you give the printer a “fresh start,” helping to clear stuck print commands. This simple step can fix communication issues with your computer....

Typically, the issue arises from incorrect cell configurations in your formulas that hinder Microsoft Excel from carrying out its calculations. This guide will demonstrate how to address these potential causes related to the error message. 1. Look for Incorrect Formulas When facing this issue, you should initially inspect your sheet for any incorrect formulas. An error will occur if even a single cell’s formula fails to evaluate correctly. Given that this can be a challenging task, especially in voluminous Excel sheets, we recommend making a duplicate of your worksheet and sequentially deleting cells to pinpoint the issue....

What is causing the ‘Game Bar Not Opening’ error? We investigated this particular issue by looking at various user reports and the repair strategies that they used to get the issue resolved. Based on our investigations, there are several common scenarios that will trigger this particular error message: Note: Keep in mind that if you are encountering this issue while running a game in full-screen mode, chances are the Game Bar is actually running....

But wait, that’s it? Is Your iPhone Really Dead!? Well, probably not, but if you don’t do the right steps for turning it on, you may not be able to use it. Several users have reported this kind of scenario over the past. They have tried different tricks to fix the problem, like living the device on charge overnight. However, these methods do not solve the issue. So, how can you turn on your dead iPhone?...

Outlook, being one of the most famous webmail service providers, has its share when it comes down to errors. This issue stops users from sending out emails and the emails being sent are just stored in the Sent box. You can isolate the issue by following this article. What causes the Microsoft Outlook Error 0x80040115 on Windows 10? Well, the issue is not so unique, however, the factors that can potentially cause it are the following — With that being said, you can fix your issue by applying the workarounds down below....

What causes the XML Parsing Error with Microsoft Word? As you can see from the error message, the error code is general and doesn’t point to a specific problem. Although there isn’t a quick fix-for-all resolution that will make the issue go away, the location is an indicator on where to look to get the issue resolved. We investigated the issue by looking at various user reports and trying to replicate the issue....

What is causing the ‘Name resolution for the name wpad timed out‘ error? We looked into this particular issue by looking at various user reports and the repair strategies that most affected users have successfully used to get the issue resolved. Based on our investigations, there are several common scenarios that will trigger this particular error message: If you’re struggling to resolve this particular error message, this article will provide with several troubleshooting steps that will help you get around this particular error....

The user encounters the issue when he cannot see the OneDrive icon on the taskbar (or in the system’s tray) and the OneDrive client could not be launched from the Start menu. Although some of the users were able to launch OneDrive, however, when they hovered the mouse over the OneDrive, the icon disappeared. For a small group of users, the OneDrive icon was also missing from the File Explorer....

Many users are experiencing this error with both Outlook and Exchange, and the general consensus is that Microsoft is to blame. This issue usually occurs with Outlook 2016 but can also happen with other versions. The message will lead you to believe that you need to update information in your profile, which is impossible to do since Outlook will not open. However, there are a few things you can do, such as modifying the registry or creating an ....

The bug usually manifests itself as follows: you open Outlook and you’re presented with a splash screen that tells you that add-ins are being loaded. After a while, the window says “Processing”, and that’s where it freezes. You can leave it to load for days, it will not get past the initial splash screen. Some users have managed to get around this issue by closing Outlook from Task Manager and re-opening it again....

What is causing the Power Kernel BSOD (70368744177664) error? We investigated this particular issue by looking at various user reports and the repair strategies that are commonly used to resolve this particular Event Viewer error. Based on our investigations, there are several common scenarios that are known to trigger the Power Kernel BSOD (70368744177664) error: If you’re currently looking for ways to prevent the Kernel BSOD (70368744177664) error from ever occurring again, this article will provide you with several troubleshooting steps....

For those users who don’t know what Roku is, it is a type of streaming player which allows users to watch TV and get access to numerous content. It features free content which you can watch for no charges but in addition to the conventional channels, this platform is known for providing quality content at a lesser price. What causes Roku Error Code 003? Error code 003 doesn’t let you update Roku and mostly has to do with the internet connection on with your wireless router....

If you own a Samsung smartphone, chances are that every once in a while you’ll be prompted with a notification saying “Samsung account expired“. If you tap on it, you’ll be taken to a menu in which you have to re-insert your password. If you cancel it, it will be back a few minutes later. This error is fairly common on all Samsung smartphones or tablets, but devices running on Android 6....

The Sprint Error 104 means that the user cannot send a text to a particular one contact stating that “Can’t send a message with Sprint, Error 104. Not sent. Tap to try again”. In some cases, the user can send a text to the problematic contact only in group messages. In some cases, the user can receive text messages from problematic contact. There are two main cases of hardware in which you might experience the problem: A....

Sometimes error can indeed be blamed on the business of Steam servers but when the error appears constantly, it may be suspicious and the problem can often be resolved without waiting for Steam servers to become available as that might not even be culprit of the problem, despite the error message. Why Does the Steam Error Code 41 Appear? There are various causes for this error and they generally differ from game to game but the most common causes can be dealt with easily and they are as follows:...

However, some users encounter issues where the Steam overlay fails to work, leaving them unable to use these convenient features. There could be various factors behind this problem, influenced by a user’s unique hardware and software configurations. Below, a list of potential solutions is provided, which should be tried sequentially. If a step directs you to skip any solutions, do so as indicated. Solution 1: Granting Administrator Access The Steam overlay may fail to function if the programs lack administrator access, which is often the default setting upon installation....

What is causing the “system doesn’t have any USB boot option” issue? We investigated this particular issue by looking at various affected users reports and the repair strategies that they collectively used to get the issue resolved. Our investigations revealed several culprits that are confirmed to cause this particular error message: If you’re currently struggling with this particular error message, this article will provide you with several verified steps that will troubleshoot the issue....