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ReeVeS1881
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October 21, 2006
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Flash Player wont install!

  • October 21, 2006
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please help. ive tryed everything i can think of but my flash player wont install. I went to the main site and tryed downloading it but it ended up like this:

Picture1

then quickly turns into this:

Picture2
i tryed downloading the standalone version so i didnt have to install through the browser and yet it turned into this:

Picture3

please help!
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    Anonymous
    October 25, 2006
    Get version 8 and install it

    http://www.adobe.com/support/flashplayer/downloads.html

    Unzip the file and open the map Release.
    After this doubleclick on the Install Flash Player 8 ActiveX.msi

    It worked for me after hours of stress.

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    mrselnombre
    Participant
    October 25, 2006
    i had to format my computer to roll back to an older version of flash..... as so much of my stuff relies on it.
    I tried everything suggested, and got NOWHERE i couldn't even install older versions after attempting to upgrade it to 9

    I'm not a happy bunny.

    Trouble is, now i need a newer version of flash and don't know which one to install.

    I think it is disguting that adobe can release something so dodgy and not to anything to sort it out... Far too many people are having problems with this.
    Search google and you'll see what i mean.
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    jimmy-eat-world
    Participant
    October 24, 2006
    I'm getting the same problems. Flash 9 worked on my computer just fine, and one day it just stopped working. I try to re-download it but I get that same white box. It's so frustrating!!
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    filmscorz
    Participant
    October 24, 2006
    Man,
    I am telling you...this is getting nuts. I followed the instructions and uninstalled Flash 8 and now it is lost for good. I cannot install flash 9 or flash 8 for that matter. What is going on? Does anyone know what is happening? Are the Adobe tech people reading this? HELP!!
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    attakid
    Participant
    October 19, 2007
    so im having the same problems as pretty much all of you. Question tho..
    where can i find the java script to turn it off/on??
    HELP!?
    tori
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    Wondering888
    Participating Frequently
    October 24, 2006
    Hi WindShadow

    U mentioned reinstalling Flash Player 7.
    May I know where I could download it?
    Thanks.
    Your help would be most appreciated.

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    pbors
    Participant
    October 24, 2006
    Here's the link to the Adobe solution: http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/knowledgebase/index.cfm?id=4a8d52ae
    I tried it, and although it's easy to delete the Safe Versions folder, the folder keeps coming back, so I must have to do something in addition to save the deletion. I'm not familiar with the Registry Editor. Does anyone know how to make a deletion permanent?

    Flash Player 9 Emerging Issues
    Last updated: July 21, 2006
    Adobe is aware of the following issues with Adobe Flash Player 9. Issues described in this document may prove to be platform- or system-specific, and may not affect all users. Technical support will update this document as we learn more about any of the issues, so check back frequently.

    Flash Player confirmation page shows quotation mark (") after you install Flash Player
    Topic update: July 21, 2006
    Issue
    After you complete the installation of the Flash Player ActiveX control in Internet Explorer for Windows, the post-installation test page shows a quotation mark (") where the test Flash movie should be. When you attempt to view other Flash content in Internet Explorer for Windows, you also see this missing content icon.

    Reason
    If you previously installed a later version of Flash, you may be prevented from reinstalling that same version or an earlier version. For example, if, while testing, you installed Flash Player 9,0,16,0, and then removed it, further installations of that same version may appear to complete but are not functional. This issue can cause the display of a quotation mark (") at the end of the installation where the Flash Player confirmation movie should appear.

    Solution

    Warning : The following solution involves the Windows System Registry. Editing or manipulating the registry incorrectly can result in serious system damage, which may require reinstallation of the operating system. If you are not comfortable editing the registry then it's best to take your machine to a professional. If you choose to proceed, it is essential to create a complete system backup and a Windows System Restore Point before proceeding. Adobe Systems cannot be held responsible for damage resulting from this information.

    To test for and resolve this issue:

    Choose Start > Run.
    Type regedit in the Open box, and then click OK to start the Windows Registry Editor.
    Navigate to the following registry key:
    HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Macromedia\FlashPlayer\SafeVersions
    Right-click and delete the folder named Safe Versions.
    Using Internet Explorer for Windows, reinstall Flash Player 9 from the Flash Player Download page on the Adobe website at www.adobe.com/go/getFlashPlayer.


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    pbors
    Participant
    October 24, 2006
    Here's where to get Flash 7.0:

    http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/knowledgebase/index.cfm?id=tn_14266

    It didn't help me becasue the site I was trying to use said I need to use the current version of Flash and redirects me to download Flash 9.0.
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    WindShadow75
    Participating Frequently
    October 24, 2006
    Flash Player 9 didn't install properly for me either. I got it working by installing Flash Player 7, then installing Flash Player 9 (without uninstalling). After that, I had to update the registry manually because the installer failed to do so.

    Honestly, no one should have to use this technique. Adobe should be able to fix the problem, but personally, I got tired of waiting.

    What I don't understand is: The installer for Flash Player 7 updates the registry with no problems (that I'm aware of). Why didn't they use the same process for Flash Player 8 & 9?
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    Wondering888
    Participating Frequently
    October 23, 2006
    I'm facing the same CRAP problem !!!!
    I'm not gonna repeat what's said below.

    U wanna know the best part? THERE IS NO SUPPORT For FLASH PLAYER INSTALLATION ISSUEs COS it's FREEeeee !!!!!!!!

    What's Adobe thinking ???

    AND PLEASE DO NOT FOLLOW THE CRAP FAQs of uninstalling the existing flash player!!! Once done U will lose it for good !!!

    Real piss off !!
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    pbors
    Participant
    October 23, 2006
    ReeVe --

    Any answers yet?
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    Anonymous
    October 22, 2006
    I did what delagare said above and it still did not work in Internet Explorer. However, I can now view some things in Mozilla FireFox. I have sent another email to Adobe. I'll let you know what they say........if they respond.
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    mrselnombre
    Participant
    October 22, 2006
    I've tried all of the above too, numerous times. (same problem)

    Flash works fine in firefox, but not in Internet Explorer, i can't get incredimail to start either, as it needs flash.
    It was all fine until i upgraded to the new version..
    I'm really unimpressed...
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    delagare
    Participating Frequently
    October 21, 2006
    Turn off your Google Pop-up Blocker. Looks like you have it enabled. Also, check your Explorer Pop-up Blocker- make sure you allow Adobe/Macromedia. If you're running a firewall, make sure you allow Adobe, and when you see the flashing bar from Explorer, check "allow".
    Hope that helps.
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    ReeVeS1881Author
    Participant
    October 22, 2006
    i did what you asked, but still did the same thing. For some reason i dont get the pop-up from explorer with the Security Warning.
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    delagare
    Participating Frequently
    October 22, 2006
    In your Internet Explorer Browser, click on "Tools" ( at top, upper left), then click on "Pop up Blocker", then "Pop up Blocker Settings"> "Address of web sites to allow", type in www.adobe.com www.adobeflashplayer.com and www.macromedia.com
    That should allow those sites and enable you to install.

    Also, I wonder if you don't already have flashplayer installed. Check your "Add or Remove Programs" accessed from your control panel. Also, check the Adobe site where you can test if you have Flash installed...I don't have the link, but it's easy to find. You can also go to a site which uses Flash content...it will help you automatically install, if you don't have it already...Try YouTube.com, or google videos, etc.

    Hope this helps
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