Original Title: RUNDLL ERROR-LOADINGHow do I get rid of a RUNDLL ERROR MSG, more specifically it says "error loading thxi.ixo" and it only occurs after my icons loads after start-up? This is for a Windows XP.

Hi MECHANIC1,· Do you remember making any changes to the computer after which the issue started?Try the following steps and check if it helps:Step 1:Try running complete virus scan on the computer to make sure that it’s not virus or malware infection.You may try:Free Windows Live OneCare safety scannerMicrosoft Security EssentialsStep 2:Check the status of the issue in safe mode. Let us know if the issue persists in safe mode.A description of the Safe Mode Boot options in Windows XPStep 3:If the issue does not occur in safe mode then, place the computer in a clean boot state and troubleshoot the issue. You can start Windows XP by using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This kind of startup is known as a "clean boot." A clean boot helps eliminate software conflicts.How to configure Windows XP to start in a "clean boot" stateAlso, see the section on how return your computer to a Normal startup mode by following the steps under “Steps to configure Windows to use a Normal startup state”, after performing the clean boot troubleshooting.Hope this helps.Thanks and Regards,Santosh Y – Microsoft SupportVisit our Microsoft Answers Feedback Forum and let us know what you think.