when going run-settings-control panel-add remove programs-windows setup I GET ERROR MESSAGE " Rundll32 has caused an error in setupx.DLL " has anyone got any ideas please.

Before attempting this or any fix/repair please create a system restore point if your Operating System allows it. Restore Windows Me back to a previous configuration with Start, Programs, Accessories, System Tools, System Restore.
Software you installed after the Restore Point may have to be reinstalled.

Found this fix on that problem from here http://www.cybertechhelp.com/forums/...p/t-18738.html

Windows ME related.

Problem: Unable to gain access to Add/Remove - Windows Setup

Error Screen - Rundll32 caused an error in setupx.dll

Fix:
Go to C:\Windows and look for "layout*.inf" file/s and rename these to "layout*old", reboot & you should now have regained access to the Windows Add/Remove Windows Setup screen.

It is now safe to delete the "layout*old" files if you wish.

had that problem for ages, was going to reinstall everything, just could not find an answer aywhere

many thanks

kip

You're very welcome Kip.