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Windows XP Taskbar - Toolbar - Start Menu - Remove Manufacturer Link from the Start Menu

SUMMARY: Clear your computer manufacturer's icon from the Windows XP Start Menu.

Depending on your computer manufacturer, your Windows XP Start Menu may have a link to the manufacturer's website, such as a support center, solutions center, or information center from Dell, Gateway, HP, Compaq, etc. If you'd like to clean up your Start Menu and remove this link:

1. Right-click on an empty area of the taskbar, choosing "Properties".

2. When the "Taskbar and Start Menu Properties" multi-tabbed dialog box appears, select the "Start Menu" tab.

3. Click the "Customize" button.

4. The "Customize Start Menu" multi-tabbed dialog box should appear. Select the "Advanced" tab.

5. Underneath "Start menu items", uncheck "Manufacturer Link".

6. Click "OK" on the dialog boxes to close them.

 

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