Certain functions in Access not working

[Samanalysis]

My access installation opens databases reasonably well. I can create databases, add tables, etc. However, I cannot:

1) Add a command button or data-related fields to a form: the "command button wizard" stops responding on the first screen. If I click "Cancel", the button depresses, but the wizard doesn't close.
2) open the "Linked table manager": Access crashes
3) import an Excel spreadsheet: Access crashes

I suspect these might be related.

I've tried these with various databases, some on my local C drive. I have also tried these with various excel files. Not being able to add data items to forms is particularly irritating -- I don't want to build my own front end (that would sort of ruin the purpose of using Access, except that it happens to be a database already on my desktop).

One other thing -- when I start up a database, it always gives me an initial "Installing components" message. This occurs similarly for other MS office applications as well. I don't know whether this is related. I do have admin rights on my local machine, and have tried the "Repair MS Office" function in the Control Panel.

I don't necessarily expect an "answer", though some advice on how to proceed would be great.

Thanks in advance,

update: Access 2002, Win XP box

 

[WindSailor]

Sam,

I would try uninstalling, reboot, install again and make sure you have checked your items for a complete install. Also maybe close down any other apps that may conflict with the installation.

 

[Samanalysis]

Thanks -- I hope that will work -- I probably need to have my company's helpdesk do a complete reinstall, unfortunately (I assume I'll need the CD's or a network path to the install packages). Given the responsiveness, it'll be a month <sigh>.