win 10 1709 update KB4056892 install fails with error 0x80070bc2 - Microsoft Community

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There are reports of the patch saying its failed, but its actually installed. 

Press Windows key + R 
Type: appwiz.cpl 
Hit Enter 
Click View installed updates 

See if KB4056892 is installed or not. 

You can try installing it manually if its not installed. 

If you still experience problems installing it. 


I recommend you block it until the next cumulative update is released. Many are reporting the same problem too and it looks like this update is buggy. 

Is there an option or work around to block updates or hardware drivers that might cause problems? 
Yes, Microsoft has released a KB update (KB3073930) that will let users block or hide Windows or driver updates. 

You can download it at the following link: 
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/3073930 

or 

http://download.microsoft.com/download/f/2/2/f2... 

After downloading, launch it, click Next, wait while it detects pending Windows Updates. 

Click the Hide Updates menu. 

Scroll through the list then select then select the update. Check the box next to the update then click Next to confirm changes.

Best,
Andre
Windows Insider MVP
MVP-Windows and Devices for IT
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https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_10-update/win-10-1709-update-kb4056892-error-0x80070bc2/617f1d17-34d8-471c-936c-e06daeec145b

Why does Mint say "You can pay up to $8,000 per month. We're sorry for the inconvenience. (254) (BPS-0123)"

"Don't use Mint if you have over $8,000 per month in outgoing payments. I received an error today that stated "you can only pay up to 8,000 per month with mint (254)(BPS-0123)" I contacted support. Support told me that it was a limitation on my account for the first two months and then it would automatically raise to $12.5K…still not enough for me. He then said that I could call them to raise it to $20K a month. Good-bye Mint. I'm not playing this game with you. Obviously, nobody at Intuit uses any of their software apps. If they did, things would change drastically. The more things change, the more they stay the same. Looks like I'll just go back to paper checks and an Excel spreadsheet since no company that I've found has been able to do personal finances efficiently and accurately without the customer jumping through hoops."

from:

https://winedoctor.info/money-management/a-review-of-mint-com-online-budget-tool/

Cheers,

Connie O'Dell

odellconnie@gmail.com

720-260-4442

Fix: Windows 7 Update stuck on "Checking for updates" (windows update hangs forever on Windows 7)

Both explains and solves the problem.  Encountered it multiple times reinstalling Windows 7...

Fix: Windows 7 Update stuck on "Checking for updates" 

This article shows you how to fix the "Checking for Updates" loop on Windows 7.

Why this problem occurs

Inside Windows Update, there is a small piece of software called an agent. The agent contacts Microsoft's servers and downloads any available updates. 

In order to function properly, the agent on your computer must be the same version as the one on Microsoft's servers, otherwise your computer will not be able to communicate with the servers. Several months ago, Microsoft updated its servers, causing any Windows 7 machines with the old agent to fail when trying to connect. This incompatibility between computer and server causes Windows Update to get stuck.

Solution and more at:

https://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_7-update/fix-windows-7-update-stuck-on-checking-for-updates/ad6cfeef-232a-49b4-a57b-39978eea6630

PIXMA MX922 error code B200 workaround, thanks to Canon Community Bulletin Board!

Don't replace the print head!  This happened eventually on both the MX922's we have

Re: PIXMA MX922 with error code B200 (Series MX920)

 

Options

‎09-29-2017 02:31 PM

1. Turn OFF Power
2. Open the print head bay (as though you were about to change inks)
3. Turn ON power
4. Wait for print carriage to start moving to the left and let it go past half way
5. Before print carriage reaches left hand side (but after going halfway across) shut the cover.
6. Leave the Printer turned on
7. Good to go.
I tried this and it worked for me

(excerpted from: http://community.usa.canon.com/t5/Printer-Multifunction-Support/PIXMA-MX922-with-error-code-B200-Series-MX920/td-p/213430 )

Yet another tech support scam from 607-319-8426

Robotic message: "If you are the one who is using Microsoft Windows in your computer then please call 607-319-8426 or press one to speak with security team now. Please ignore if we called you by mistake. Thanks." This is a scam to get permission to access your computer. Do not comply!

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Cheers,

Connie O'Dell

odellconnie@gmail.com

720-260-4442

Selling As-Is, no returns, on ebay, *NOT* as used, important comments! -- from comments on "A Guide to Selling Imperfect Items | eBay"

The most important points when selling an item as-is, i.e., not fully functional, no returns, are:

1) don't sell it as used, sell it for parts or not working. (even if you think it does work but cannot test it)

2) Make sure your headline indicates this, and also that your description is still fully accurate,

More useful comments (the comments on the article are more accurate than the official ebay article itself IMHO):

"Mercedes Lohan

If you listed your item "used" condition, then there is no such thing as "as-is", even if you mention it, eBay will not stand with you if the customer open a case, since "used" should still be working condition. IF the item is not working, or you want to sell it "as-is", then list it as "for parts or not working", make sure you state the problems, what happened to it or what you think happened to it. Also take good pics. Then you can state the item is "as-is". The items listed as "for parts or not working" is not qualified to open a SNAD dispute since you stated it nees repair and it is for parts. But "used" items must be in working condition.

Like · Reply · Aug 9, 2017 9:27pm

Roy Bratton · 

Owner at Bratton Rappa Dentistry PC

Gal Shaked is 100% correct and this article is like a defective item that needs to be returned. If you don't know enough to evaluate the condition of your item, you must list it "for parts or repair". Otherwise you are responsible for accepting the return and paying for shipping (which is only right).

Like · Reply · Jul 15, 2017 5:53pm

Greg Tank · 

St. Cloud State University

I learned the hard way, Always believe ebay will side with the buyer and you will refund the the full price plus shipping. Anything other than that will require you to spend waaaaaay to much time and emotional capital and in the end....READ AND BELIEVE - bottom line - you will be required to return it by ebay and give them a refund. Price your items accordingly.

Like · Reply · May 3, 2017 8:19am

Gal Shaked · 

Harvard University

This is guide is nonsense, and will mislead people. THERE IS NO SUCH THING ON EBAY AS "AS-IS".
Depends on the item category (it's different for things like dolls), but basically the choice is between "used" and "for parts or non-working". Any item categorized at the top of the listing as "used" has to fully work, and only cosmetic imperfections are allowed. It doesn't matter if further down the listing says "as-is" or "untested" -- any buyer who buys the item and later discovers itdoesn't work, even partially, will win any "significantly not as described" (SNAD) dispute.
If the seller doesn't know for sure that the item works (e.g., no battery/power supply available to test it) the only option s/he has is to list it as "for parts"; you can still say in the description that "it is believed to work", but expect to be paid a lot less for it than for a "used" item.
Sucks that eBay doesn't have an intermediate category, but that's how it is.
Also, no such thing as "no returns", except for buyer remorse. The eBay/PayPal guarantees trump any statement like that; if the item is SNAD (e.g., doesn't look like the picture, even if the listing was "for parts / not working" , the buyer will win any dispute on this.

Like · Reply · 1 · Dec 27, 2016 2:57am

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http://www.ebay.com/gds/Sold-As-Is-A-Guide-to-Selling-Imperfect-Items-/10000000002127337/g.html

How do I prevent automatic window resizing in Windows 10 (windows become suddenly bigger/smaller when you just want to move them)?

How do I prevent automatic window resizing?

In Windows 7, I knew how to turn off the annoying (to me) feature that windows were automatically maximized when moved to the edge of the screen. This option no longer seems to be present in the 'ease of access' settings. Any idea if it can still be disabled?

I also agree this is a pretty weird "feature", and I always end up turning it off.  Turn it *off* here, in "Settings" ("Gear" symbol above windows menu in lower-left hand corner):

A) Click/tap on Multitasking on the left side. Under Snap on the right side, move the Arrange windows automatically by dragging them to the sides or corners of the screen slider to the right to turn it on. (see screenshot below)

B) If you like, you can also turn on or off When I snap more than one window, automatically adjust the size of the windows (Snap Fill) and When I snap a window, show what I can snap next to it (Snap Assist). 

From: https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4343-turn-off-aero-snap-windows-10-a.html