2:35 PM - Resetting XP icon cache
Do the following please to reset and clear the Icon cache..
1- Go to: Windows Explorer/Tools/Folder Options/View/Show Hidden File and
Uncheck Hide Protected Operating System Files.
Delete Icon Cache. It is located here:
IconCache.db
C:Documents and Settings
To clear and reset icon cache:
Right click the Desktop/Properties/Appearance/Advanced. Use the item " drop box" and choose Icon. Change the pixel number by one.
To Increase Icon Cache (Line 121)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm
To Correct/Repair the Icon View (Line 4)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm
Good Luck..