pctechguide.com

  • Home
  • Guides
  • Tutorials
  • Articles
  • Reviews
  • Glossary
  • Contact

Advanced System Protector Virus Removal

Advanced System Protector is a malware virus. This is a direct clone of several other viruses out there. The purpose of this malware virus is to trick the user into thinking they have a virus then tell them they need to purchase Advanced System Protector in order to remove the viruses found. This is all a scam. The real virus is Advanced System Protector.

Manual Removal of Advanced System Protector is not recommended because it’s too easy to remove core system files and make a mistake that can damage your computer. The best thing to do is to use an antivirus program and run a full scan.

What Damage Is Being Done by Advanced System Protector?

This virus will block most programs from running and installing on your computer. It will show false error messages and virus warnings that are not real. If you wish to use an antivirus client you will have to download it then boot into safe mode with networking to install and update. Then you can run a full scan and easily remove this virus.

Automatic Virus Removal

pctech-spyhunterboxSpyHunter is very user friendly, providing you with a simple interface that will allow you to properly understand the options and functions available. SpyHunter succeeds at both cleaning your already infected computer from viruses and to prevent virus infections in the future. Simply put IT WORKS!

pctech-download-scanner

 

 

 

Online Virus Removal Service

pctech-ninjaboxDo you need Expert Help! PCNinja.com has experts standing by that can fully remove this virus from your computer. Based in the U.S.all repairs are down by certified computer repair experts. They have fixed thousands of computers over the years and RemoveVirus.org is proud to recommend this U.S. based company to service your computer. Visit http://www.pcninja.com or call 1-888-392-2785

8am-10pm PST

Advanced System Protector Manual Removal Procedures

Manual removal is not recomended for normal computer users.

First we need to find and terminate the main executable.

  • [random].exec ( Example is 6KJF55K4.EXE ) Your file trace will be named different.

Some Tips on Locating the file.

Known File Paths. To view these file paths you will need to either manually type them in or show hidden files and folders. Learn how to at

  • C:\Documents and Settings\USER NAME\Local Settings\Application Data

Windows Vista/ Windows 7/ Windows 8:

  • C:\ProgramData\
  • C:\Users\Your Uer Name\AppData\
  • C:\Users\Your Uer Name\AppData\local
  • C:\Users\Your Uer Name\AppData\Roaming

A. To find the file name we recommend you run a free scan using SpyHunter. The free scan will show you the exact file name and full path of the executable that you need to delete. This is the easiest way to locate it.

B. Browse to the file location shown above. Sort the files by date and see if any of the file names match the date you where infected. Only a few files should be around the same date of the infection. From there you can re-name the file you believe is the virus and restart your computer. Once you have re-booted you can now delete that file.

While you may not know the exact name of the file here are a few tips to locate it.

C: Log-into another users account and see if you can delete the file. Again use the File Locations below to locate the file

D: Start the Task Manager the very second you login and terminate the process that way.

Once you have been able to remove the main executable your computer will run as normal. If you have not purchased an antivirus client for your computer you should consider doing so. This will prevent you from being infected again. If you need advanced help we do recomend PCNinja.com or you can always just ask your questions below.

pctech-download-scanner

Filed Under: Virus Removal

Latest Articles

WinXP Driver Installation

Windows XP Setup will have attempted to load drivers for the hardware it recognised. However, there is no guarantee that the default drivers loaded are the latest available, or - if you're re-building what had previously been an operational system - the same as the versions you were running … [Read More...]

RAID tutorial – installing the drivers

Now is the time to use the previously prepared floppy disk containing the RAID Controller driver software. Proceed as follows: Press F6 when invited to do so, to ...... install third party SCSI or RAID driver. Press S when invited to do so, to specify additional SCSI adapters, CD-ROM drives, … [Read More...]

How to Remove Unlimited Defender

THREAT OVERVIEW: Unlimited Defender is a fake security application that has been designed by cyber criminals with the objective of stealing money from unsuspecting users. This is not a real security client reason why once detected it is recommended to conduct all the necessary steps to … [Read More...]

Comments

  1. Hunter says

    December 11, 2014 at 8:21 pm

    If you have Norton Security 2114, select scan, choose custom scan, browse application , select and Norton will detect it as a problem and quarantine program.

    • jerdei says

      December 11, 2014 at 9:45 pm

      Thanks for letting others know Norton got the job done for you.

  2. Anne says

    December 16, 2014 at 5:40 am

    I have AVG and ran a full scan and it didn’t detect Advance System Protector. What should I do?

Top Taplio Alternatives in 2025 : Why MagicPost Leads for LinkedIn Posting ?

LinkedIn has become a strong platform for professionals, creators, and businesses to establish authority, grow networks, and elicit engagement. Simple … [Read More...]

Shocking Cybercrime Statistics for 2025

People all over the world are becoming more concerned about cybercrime than ever. We have recently collected some statistics on this topic and … [Read More...]

Gaming Laptop Security Guide: Protecting Your High-End Hardware Investment in 2025

Since Jacob took over PC Tech Guide, we’ve looked at how tech intersects with personal well-being and digital safety. Gaming laptops are now … [Read More...]

20 Cool Creative Commons Photographs About the Future of AI

AI technology is starting to have a huge impact on our lives. The market value for AI is estimated to have been worth $279.22 billion in 2024 and it … [Read More...]

13 Impressive Stats on the Future of AI

AI technology is starting to become much more important in our everyday lives. Many businesses are using it as well. While he has created a lot of … [Read More...]

Graphic Designers on Reddit Share their Views of AI

There are clearly a lot of positive things about AI. However, it is not a good thing for everyone. One of the things that many people are worried … [Read More...]

Guides

  • Computer Communications
  • Mobile Computing
  • PC Components
  • PC Data Storage
  • PC Input-Output
  • PC Multimedia
  • Processors (CPUs)

Recent Posts

Tune Up Utilities Review

PROS: Simple Menu options and settings CONS: Too much power in the hands of a novice could cause more damage than good OVERVIEW: TuneUp2011 is a … [Read More...]

Flash Memory

Flash memory is a solid-state, non-volatile, rewritable memory that works like RAM and a hard-disk drive combined. It resembles conventional memory, … [Read More...]

WHAT IS CLOUD COMPUTING AND WHAT ARE ITS MAIN BENEFITS?

Users are Increasingly using cloud computing to store their information, which is replacing local storage. The business digitization process goes … [Read More...]

[footer_backtotop]

Copyright © 2026 About | Privacy | Contact Information | Wrtie For Us | Disclaimer | Copyright License | Authors