ObjectDock disaapears after hibernation

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I installed ObjectDock on my Eee PC, and occasionally after it awakes from standby mode or hibernation, the whole thing just dissapears.  I thought it was a hiding thing at first, but I checked task manager and it isn't even listed among the processes.  The only way to have it appear again is to start the objectdock application, and it's annoying to do that everytime it comes out of hibernation.

Is there any way to fix this?

PS: The positioning/interaction is set at "Hide in background when not in use", and I have checked the "Load ObjectDock at startup" box.

Thank you.

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Reply #1 from Stardock Forums Top

Just out of curiosity, what build are you running? I was going to say that it's a known issue, but you said that it is not even listed amongst the processes, which is strange. What OS is running on your Eee PC? I don't think there's a way to fix it on your end, so we'll have to see what wizardry Stardock chaps can master to tackle this one. It's worth opening a support case with them.

Start11 - Customize the Start Menu and Taskbar in Windows 10/11.
Reply #3 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting derialstrazus, reply 2
It's running XP with Service Pack 3.  Can't believe I left out such an important info. =P
End of derialstrazus's quote
Please also tell us what build of OD you're running. Also, it's a free or Plus version?

Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I have had the same issue with OD free version on xp

Reply #6 from WinCustomize Forums Top

what happens if you use 'hide off screen when not in use' instead?

Reply #7 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting derialstrazus, reply 5
It's the free version.
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Thank you. However, which build is it? Click on a dock -> This Dock -> About Object Dock... Also, it's worth mentioning that the free version isn't as lucky in terms of updates as the paid-for version.

 

Reply #8 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Also, it's worth mentioning that the free version isn't as lucky in terms of updates as the paid-for version.
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It's free, not supported and an "as is" program.

Reply #9 from Stardock Forums Top

It's Version 1.90, Build 536.

It doesn't happen all the time.  Just occasionally.  Like 3 out of 10 times every time I come out of StandBy or Hibernation.

Reply #10 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I just bought objectdock plus and am having a similar problem.  Occasionally the app just stops.  I'm not suspending, although I do use suspend quite a bit.  It's just pretty frequently I go to use the dock and it is gone.  I have to restart the app and then i have to wait for it to initialize.  Its faster to just use the start menu.

Im running XP SP3 and 1.90 Plus 535u

Reply #11 from WinCustomize Forums Top

I'm experiencing the same problem, even without hibernating or standing by. It has to do with the latest update to build 536. I have another PC (xp-sp3) running the previous version and no problem at all.

Reply #12 from Stardock Forums Top

Similar problem, ok for standby but not restored after hibernatie to disk. This is on Dell Vostro 1720 w/ 4 GB RAM, 32-bit XP Pro SP3, and Objectdock Plus 1.90 Plus Build 535U

Reply #13 from Stardock Forums Top

I bought the Plus version two days ago and I am having the same problem. Every time I come out of hibernation ObjectDock has gone and I have to restart it manually.

A Fujitsu Siemens laptop running Windows XP, service pack three, and ObjectDock 1.90 Plus build 535u

Owen

Reply #14 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Open the OD configuration window and make sure that "Load ObjectDock at startup" is checked.

Reply #15 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting Mirsguy, reply 14
Open the OD configuration window and make sure that "Load ObjectDock at startup" is checked.
End of Mirsguy's quote
Having that setting unchecked won't make a difference as long as OD was running prior to hibernation. That setting only applies when a system is shut down and started from scratch.

Reply #16 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Having that setting unchecked won't make a difference as long as OD was running prior to hibernation.
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I realize that. Was just mentioning it as more of a safety measure. :)

Reply #17 from Stardock Forums Top

Well, for the record, My ObjectDock (details in post above) does "Load at Startup" perfectly, but does disappear into the ether after the laptop comes out of hibernation. Every time so far.

Since I also have ObjectDock hide the toolbar the only sensible way I have found to retrieve it after hibernation is to keep a shortcut available on the desktop.

This isn't mission critical, but it IS somewhat annoying :)

Reply #18 from Stardock Forums Top

Quoting OwenKelly, reply 17
This isn't mission critical, but it IS somewhat annoying
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It shouldn't make a difference whether it's mission-critical or not, a bug is a bug. AFAIK, Stardock know of this and acknowledge this as a bug, but...well, you've heard it all before, haven't you? :'(

Reply #19 from Stardock Forums Top

What I'm seeing is that object dock 536 is not disapearing but it moves itself from task bar area at the bottom to upper left corner and draws all the icons in the same place. After I turn "autohide" off (using context menu in the upper/left) it goes back to the original position at the bottom.

It happens after suspend, hibernation and resolution change (when connecting external monitor)

I hope this helps

Reply #20 from WinCustomize Forums Top

(when connecting external monitor)
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Are  your video card drivers up to date?

Reply #21 from Stardock Forums Top

I give you one possible solution; you try to create a scheduled task that naturally points to ObjectDock Plus.exe giving highest privileges by setting  in actions  tab two actions; on program start at startup and at access. Perhaps it's a problem of system directories protected, where it goes to install ObjectDock. At this point it would be better to install it in unprotected directories, such as AppData /Roaming.

Reply #22 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Necro thread!