Firefox 3.6.3 crashed, will not reload because it says it is running, and will not uninstall?

Firefox 3.6.3 crashed and would not reload as the system informed that firefox was already running. Rebooting had no effect. 3.6.4 was downloaded and installed. It would not run for the same reason. Windows XP was then upgraded to SP2. No change. 3.6.4 was uninstalled with no problem but 3.6.3 refuses to install. (When 'remove' is clicked, there is disc activity for about a second but then all stops.) No files have been deleted by me. There is no indication that I can see inspecting 'processes' or msconfig to indicate that Firefox is running.

See:
http://kb.mozillazine.org/Recovering_a_missing_profile
http://kb.mozillazine.org/Profile_in_use

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After my ipod touch restarts because it says plug into itunes and it does not pop up it does not show up in the itunes window like it says it would. why.

Start here:
iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows
or
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch: Device not recognized in iTunes for Mac OS X

My firefox is running in the background, unvisible. It will not allow me to uninstall/ reinstall because it says it is running. I cannot create a new profile because it says that firefox is running? How do I fix this??

I have tried restarting my computer, tried uninstalling, tried reinstalling but it always tells me that Firefox is open and running. When I select the task manager, there is no "firefox" under process. I have tried checking to make sure that the "read only" box is not checked under the profile properties. it seems like my only option now is to create a new profile. However, the profile manager won't even come up because it says firefox is running in the background. So frustrating!

Do a clean (re)install and delete the Firefox program folder (C:\Program Files\Mozilla Firefox\).
Download a fresh Firefox copy and save the file to the desktop.
* Firefox 8.0.x: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all.html
Uninstall your current Firefox version if possible.
*Do NOT remove personal data when you uninstall the current version or you lose your bookmarks and other data in the profile folder.
Remove the Firefox program folder before installing that newly downloaded copy of the Firefox installer.
*It is important to delete the Firefox program folder to remove all the files and make sure that there are no problems with files that were leftover after uninstalling.
Your bookmarks and other profile data are stored elsewhere in the Firefox Profile Folder and won't be affected by a reinstall, but make sure that you do not select to remove personal data if you uninstall Firefox.
You can force Firefox to create a new default profile if you remove the profiles.ini file.
* http://kb.mozillazine.org/profiles.ini_file
You can find that file here:
C:\Users\<user>\AppData\Roaming\Mozilla\Firefox\
The "Application Data" folder in XP/Win2K and the "AppData" folder in Vista/Windows 7 are hidden folders.
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Show_hidden_files_and_folders
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Profile_folder_-_Firefox
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Profile_backup
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Standard_diagnostic_-_Firefox#Clean_reinstall
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Transferring_data_to_a_new_profile_-_Firefox

I close FF and when I go to reopen it later it says it is running and I need to rerstart the system, if I Ctrl/Alt?del it is not shown as being open.

Firefox is not closing when I click on the X to close it, it seems to stay running in the background. So when I try to open it later I get a mesdsage that says FF is running, but is not showing up on my list of open programs. Windows XP. The only way to get FF to open again is to restart the computer.

See "Hang at exit":
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Firefox_hangs
*https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Firefox+hangs

Since latest automatic Firefox upgrade the program will not run and cannot be uninstalled even using the helper

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A possible cause is security software (firewall,anti-virus) that blocks or restricts Firefox or the plugin-container process without informing you, possibly after detecting changes (update) to the Firefox program.
Remove all rules for Firefox and the plugin-container from the permissions list in the firewall and let your firewall ask again for permission to get full unrestricted access to internet for Firefox and the plugin-container process and the updater process.
See:
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Server+not+found
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Firewalls
Try to boot the computer in Windows Safe mode with network support (press F8 on the boot screen) as a test to see if that helps.

My harddrive crashed. I got a new hard drive, and attempted to port my CS3 design software onto my new hard drive. It says it cannot work and I must uninstall and reload the software. I registered the software and have the serial, but cannot find the o

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Julia,
Here is a download site which goes back to CS3:
http://technolux.blogspot.co.nz/2011/02/adobe-direct-download-links-less-akamai.html#more
Or you may use this one, (t is crucial to follow all the initial steps precisely):
http://prodesigntools.com/tag/ddl
There are known issues with Yosemite, if that is the OS, but according to this site, someone has made Yosemite work with almost all CS/CC versions.
http://roaringapps.com/apps?index=a
For a specific CS3/Yosemite issue, namely CS3 crashing on opening under Yosemite, this solution,
1) Open System Preferences > Java
2) Wait for the Java Control Panel to load
3) Open Adobe Illustrator (while keeping the Java Control Panel window open)
has been given by Allycs in post #10 in this thread:
https://forums.adobe.com/thread/1610653
1) Open System Preferences > Java
2) Wait for the Java Control Panel to load
3) Open Adobe Illustrator (while keeping the Java Control Panel window open)

I am experiencing constant crashes when pages are loading or files uploading/downloading. Using a MacBook running OS X 10.5.8 and Firefox 3.6.8 - crash id is sqlite3Step. I have cleared history & caches and re-installed, but no change. Any suggestions?

Problems with Flash content, media files (Facebook photos etc.), streaming media (iPlayer) and MobileMe/iDisk uploads

Hi Tracy,
I don't suspect Malware yet, Id guess Disk corruption or failing Hard Drive with Files not found.
Could be many things, we should start with this...
"Try Disk Utility
1. Insert the Mac OS X Install disc, then restart the computer while holding the C key.
2. When your computer finishes starting up from the disc, choose Disk Utility from the Installer menu at top of the screen. (In Mac OS X 10.4 or later, you must select your language first.)
*Important: Do not click Continue in the first screen of the Installer. If you do, you must restart from the disc again to access Disk Utility.*
3. Click the First Aid tab.
4. Select your Mac OS X volume.
5. Click Repair Disk, (not Repair Permissions). Disk Utility checks and repairs the disk."
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=106214
Then try a Safe Boot, (holding Shift key down at bootup), run Disk Utility in Applications>Utilities, then highlight your drive, click on Repair Permissions, reboot when it completes.
(Safe boot may stay on the gray radian for a long time, let it go, it's trying to repair the Hard Drive.)
If perchance you can't find your install Disc, at least try it from the Safe Boot part onward.

Foxfire will not open up...it just brings up a blank rectangle with no words...if I close it another appears; I cannot uninstall because it says Foxfire is running

I have tried multiple times to get rid of the rectangle so I can open Mozilla, but no luck. I followed the directions of what to do when Foxfire won't start because of another program like Skype interferring. That did not work. I cannot unscribe either or download a new copy.

What version of iPhoto?

Downloaded Firefox, cannot open because it says I am offline, and need to change, cannot do this without opening browser.

I got a notice that my Firefox was outdated. I was using something earlier than 3.6.3. I downloaded v4.0.1, and followed instructions for installing. I closed every other application was using at the time. When I attempted to open Firefox, I got a message that it was in off-line mode, and needed to be changed. I cannot change mode of operation without its beng open. I am stuck. I have many things on my computer that is opened using Firefox, and they will not open, either. I do not know yet if I will have all my old bookmarks.

Doesn't Firefox start even in offline mode?
A possible cause is security software (firewall) that blocks or restricts Firefox or the plugin-container process without informing you, possibly after detecting changes (update) to the Firefox program.
Remove all rules for Firefox from the permissions list in the firewall and let your firewall ask again for permission to get full unrestricted access to internet for Firefox and the plugin-container process.
See:
* https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Server+not+found
* https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Firewalls

When I close Firefox then try to open it again, it informs me it is already running and continues to do so regardless of how many times I restart the computer.

I bought a new computer. I installed Firefox 7.0 then updated to 8.0. When I was finished with Firefox, I closed it. Later when I attempted to open it I was greeted with the message Firefox is already running. It suggested I restart the computer. I did so and continued to receive the same message. Surely, shutting the computer off should close Firefox. I have to use Internet Explorer to contact you.

Sounds like Firefox is "hanging at exit". That problem is frequently caused by an Extension or a Plugin. Read all of the following articles.<br /><br />
#Stop the Firefox process:
#*[http://kb.mozillazine.org/Kill_application Mozillazine - Kill application]
#*Windows 7 users click [http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/window-on-windows/reap-the-benefits-of-windows-7s-task-manager/2576 here]
#*Mac users: http://techheavy.com/2011/02/the-mac-task-manager/
#Why Firefox may hang:
#*[http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Firefox+hangs Firefox hangs] (see Hang at exit)
#*[http://kb.mozillazine.org/Firefox_hangs Firefox hangs (Mozillazine)] (see Hang at exit and Closing Firefox properly)
#*[https://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Firefox+is+already+running+but+is+not+responding Firefox is already running but is not responding]
#Use Firefox Safe Mode to find a problem with an Extension or Plugin:
#*Don't check anything when entering Safe Mode, just continue
#*If the problem does not occur in Safe Mode it is probably and Extension or Plugin causing the problem
#*See:
#**[[Safe Mode]] and [http://kb.mozillazine.org/Safe_Mode Safe Mode (Mozillazine)]
#**[http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Troubleshooting+extensions+and+themes Troubleshooting extensions and themes]
#**[http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Troubleshooting+plugins Troubleshooting plugins]
#**[http://support.mozilla.com/en-US/kb/Basic+Troubleshooting Basic Troubleshooting]
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HP Deskjet 3055A not printing because it says it has run out of toner.

After much printing of alignment pages and wasting of paper and new ink cartridges, as usual, the message is that my printer has no TONER. This is a new one on me. Can anyone help, does the HP Deskjet 3055A need toner....not ANOTHER expense. If it does it really should give some warning, its now Saturday night, and the mass of work and printing I wanted to do will obviously not be able to be done.. This product is just not satisfactory I've found.

Hi @kazmount,
Welcome to the HP Forums!
I noticed that you are getting the message that you are out of toner for your HP Deskjet 3055a. I am sorry for this frustration, but I am happy to look into this for you!
I read on another post of yours that copying and scanning is OK, and I am glad for that.
This printer takes ink cartridges, not toner. As toner is for Laserjet printers.
What Operating System are you using on your computer? Windows or Mac? If you do not know the Operating System you are using, please visit this website. Whatsmyos.
If you are using Windows, I would recommend to try our HP Print and Scan Doctor, and please let me know what happens!
Thank you for posting, and hope to hear from you soon!
RnRMusicMan
I work on behalf of HP
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When I try to reopen Firefox, it says its already running and to restart my computer or close it down. But, it isn't open. This just started when I downloaded the newest version

I open Firefox, use it then close it. Next time I try to open it, I get a message saying its already open, but, it isnt. I have to constantly restart my computer to use Firefox. What can I do to fix this?
== This happened ==
A few times a week
== I downloaded the newest version of Firefox

See http://kb.mozillazine.org/Firefox_hangs and [[Firefox hangs]] (Hang at exit)

When I close firefox and put my computer to sleep, the next day try to run firefox and it says its already running and I have to close it first; I have to ctrl+alt+delete to end the process and THEN start firefox.

The only other way to avoid this problem is to fully shutdown, or restart my computer.

There are other things that need attention.
Your above posted system details show outdated plugin(s) with known security and stability risks that you should update.
# Shockwave Flash 10.0 r22
# Next Generation Java Plug-in 1.6.0_15 for Mozilla browsers
Update the [[Managing the Flash plugin|Flash]] plugin to the latest version.
*http://www.adobe.com/software/flash/about/
Update the [[Java]] plugin to the latest version.
*http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/index.html (Java Platform: Download JRE)

My itunes account payment method was updated to a new credit card. it wont let me buy anything because it says i have paypal and its not supported. i dont have paypal for itunes.

hi

I don't know where you updated this information, but if you didn't do it directly on the iPad, try updating the card on the iPad itself.
Settings>iTunes & App Store. Tap on your Apple ID. Tap on View Apple ID. Enter your password. Tap on Pyme t Information. In the next window, make sure that the new credit card in showing and that all associated information is correct, check the billing address, the security code and the expiration date. Save any changes that you make.
Then try to make another purchase.

I want to unistall firefox because is't rning propely but it wn't let me uninstall it because it says it's open on my computr byt it is now, help??

Firefox will open but won't let my type anywhere and will not go to any sites. it also will not let me uninstall it because it says it is running on my computer even though it is not

It is possible that your security software (firewall, anti-virus) blocks or restricts Firefox or the plugin-container process without informing you, possibly after detecting changes (update) to the Firefox program.
Remove all rules for Firefox and the plugin-container from the permissions list in the firewall and let your firewall ask again for permission to get full unrestricted access to internet for Firefox and the plugin-container process and the updater process.
See:
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Server+not+found
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Firewalls
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/fix-problems-connecting-websites-after-updating
Boot the computer in Windows Safe Mode with network support (press F8 on the boot screen) as a test to see if that helps.
See also:
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Uninstalling_Firefox
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Uninstalling+Firefox

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