Fix Windows WMI Errors & Issues

When Windows system tools or third-party apps start throwing vague errors like “Class not registered” or “WMI repository is inconsistent,” it's usually a sign that something's gone wrong with the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) system. WMI plays a critical role in diagnostics, hardware queries, and system-level management—so when it breaks, you’ll notice.

Recently, I helped a client in the music production industry who ran into a persistent issue while trying to launch Waves Central—the app used to manage his VST plugins. The error pointed straight to a WMI problem. 

Bambu Labs X1 Carbon - Mods & Upgrades

Bambu Labs X1 Carbon
- Mods & Upgrades -

The Bambu Lab X1 Carbon is already a powerhouse of a 3D printer—fast, precise, and packed with features straight out of the box. But for those of us who can’t leave "good enough" alone, there’s a whole world of mods and upgrades that can take this already impressive machine to the next level. Whether you’re chasing print quality improvements, better filament handling, easier maintenance, or just adding some personality to your setup, these hardware upgrades and 3D printable mods have something to offer. 

In this article, I’ll walk through the upgrades I’ve personally tested on my X1C—from the solid feel of the BIQU Panda Extruder to the practical (and a little goofy) additions like the Poop Bucket with Emoji. 

Let’s dive in and give the X1C a proper enthusiast’s treatment!

AMD 7800X3D, RTX 5070 Custom Computer

 

Unleash Elite Performance with
PNW Computers’ AMD & RTX
Custom PC Package!

Best Value NAS System: Turn-Key & Custom Built

Best Value Turn-Key NAS (Plug-and-Play):

QNAP TS-464

Why it's great: Best balance of performance, expandability, and value. *Hot-swap supported.

• Drives: 4x SATA 3.5"/2.5" bays (hot-swappable)

• CPU: Intel Celeron N5105 Quad-core

• RAM: 4GB DDR4 (upgradeable)

• Network: 2x 2.5GbE LAN

• Expansion: PCIe slot for 10GbE or NVMe cache card

Price: ~$1,100 *4 x 4TB HDD's

Set-Up & Prep Medicat Bootable Window PE 

1. Prepare Your Medicat USB or SSD

Download & Install Ventoy:

1. Visit the official Ventoy website and download the latest release.
2. Launch Ventoy2Disk and install it to your USB drive or external SSD.
3. Enable Secure Boot support during installation (check the box in the installer).

Add Medicat ISO Data:

1. Download the latest Medicat ISO from the official source.
2. Copy the ISO file directly to the USB/SSD (no extraction necessary).

📺 Video Tutorial:
How to Set Up Medicat on USB or External SSD

Email Address Change:

What To Do When Switching Email Providers

If you’re moving to a new email service or provider, here are the key steps we recommend to ensure a smooth transition:

 

Fix Local Windows Network Discovery & Network Device/System Access Issues

Fix Windows Network Discovery & Network Device/System Access Issues

1. Ensure Network Discovery is Enabled.

Follow these steps to ensure that network discovery is enabled:

1. Open the Control Panel.
2. Navigate to "Network and Sharing Center".
3. Click on "Change advanced sharing settings".
4. Ensure that "Turn on network discovery" and "Turn on file and printer sharing" are selected.

Microsoft Office Blocking Content of Network/OneDrive Stored Data - FIX!

Microsoft Office - Blocking Content of Network/OneDrive Stored Data

You may have noticed that Microsoft Office applications like Word or Excel will sometimes block or restrict access to files stored on network drives or OneDrive, and you’re not alone. This feature is part of Microsoft’s tightening of security defaults, and while it's meant to protect users, it can interfere with legitimate workflows—especially in shared or networked environments. Fortunately, there’s a quick workaround that allows you to safely enable access by configuring your Trusted Sites settings in Windows.

Tutorial: Virus Scans and System Cleanup (PC)

 

Tutorial: Virus Scans & System Cleanup (PC)

1. Running a Virus Scan with Windows Defender (Microsoft Defender Antivirus)

Windows 10/11:

1. Click the Start Menu and type Windows Security. Open it.

2. In the Windows Security window, click Virus & threat protection.

3. Under Current threats, click Quick Scan to immediately scan important areas of your computer.

4. For a deeper scan:

   • Click Scan options under the Current threats section.

   • Choose Full Scan and click Scan Now. (This may take 1-2 hours.)

Notes:

• Ensure that Windows is fully updated by checking Windows Update.

• Threats found will be quarantined automatically or prompt you for action.

Misc Software Tools, Apps, Sites/Services & Utilities

🛠️ Misc Tools

• msconfig
  System configuration Wikipedia Overview
• Task Manager
  System performance and process viewer Task Manager Info
• schtasks /query
  View scheduled tasks Microsoft Docs
• Services Manager
  Manage system services Windows Services Info
• Event Viewer
  View system logs Event Viewer Docs
• LogParser
  Microsoft tool that lets you query Event Logs, IIS logs, etc. LogParser