1. Complete one of the following:
For Windows XP - Select Start > Settings > Control Panel to access the list of services and double-click the Services icon.
For Windows 2000 systems - Select My Computer > Manage > Services And Applications > Services.
3. To the right of the service name, check whether you see the word started. If you do not, click on the service name, then click Start.
4. Click Close to exit the services control panel.