Can't uninstall DW CS3

When I click on the dreamweaver.exe file in
programs->Adobe-> dreamweaver cs3, it says:
quote:
"you cannot use the product at this time. You must repair the
problem by uninstalling then reinstalling this product or by
contacting your IT administrator or Adobe customer support for
help."
When I try running the installer file again, it says:
Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 is already installed. To remove or
modify this software please use it's original installer.
Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 Cannot be installed because it
conflicts with:
Using add/remove wizard doesn't work either.
OS: WIN XP
Thanks!

SnakEyez is correct, here's the specs directly from the Adobe site:
Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 2 (Service Pack 3 recommended)
or Windows Vista® Home Premium, Business, Ultimate,
or Enterprise with Service Pack 1 (certified for 32-bit Windows XP and Windows Vista)

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