If the Fsmgmt.msc Run command is malfunctioning, a virus may be to blame.
Fsmgmt.msc is a Run command to allow quick access to a computer's Shared Folders. If the command is no longer working, a virus may be to blame. This could be a virus affecting Shared Folders, a virus affecting all Run commands, or a virus targeting the Fsmgmt.msc command specifically. Whatever it is, there are several ways to find and remove it.
Fsmgmt.msc
Fsmgmt.msc is a command the user types into the Run dialogue (located in the Start menu) to quickly access Shared Folders. Many users find this quicker than clicking through various hard drives and folders to get there. Any phrase with the ".msc" extension is a Run command.
Virus Symptoms
Because a variety of viruses can impact Fsmgmt.msc, symptoms vary. Typing in the command could pop up an error message, it could shut down the computer, or it could do nothing at all. A useful trick for identifying the scope of the problem is to try another command. For instance, see if the configuration command "msconfig" has the same issue.
Virus Prevention
When it comes to viruses, the best offense is a good defense. Though Windows offers basic security protection, PC users would be well advised to invest in a full antivirus program. Third-party programs are often more powerful and more effective at blocking the sort of viruses that could affect Fsmgmt.msc. Popular choices include AVG, Symantec and McAfee.
Removing with a Microsoft Tool
One option for removal comes with every Windows computer. It's called the Malicious Software Removal Tool. To access it, the user types MRT into the Run dialogue and hits ENTER. If this virus is affecting all Run commands though, this will not work. Instead, the user can download a copy of the program from Microsoft Security (linked in Resources) and run the scan directly from there.
Removing with Third Party Software
Users who already have a third-party antivirus program may wish to use it to remove the virus. Such a program will generally have a "Scan" option. This could take a while, but will eventually list any and all viruses and prompt for removal. The Fsmgmt.msc virus could have any number of names, so there may not be any obvious connection to a particular virus.
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