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richardj89017334
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June 16, 2017
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"Server busy" error?

  • June 16, 2017
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Each time I start LR 6 (I don't use the 'cloud') I get an error message which will not clear by pressing any available option.  The error message reads:

Server Busy

This action cannon be completed because the other program is busy.  Choose 'Switch To' to activate the busy program and corrrect the problem.

Box= Switch TO

Box= Retry

Box= Cancel (grayed out)

I don't use a server.  LR is installed on a single-user desktop computer.  Neither do I know what is meant by the very unspecific phrase, "the other program is busy."   I have no idea what "other program" is the referent in this stupid message.  Anyone got any ideas?

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Correct answer Mohit Goyal

Please refer the below discussion

Error Message Server Busy During Startup

Hope it helps.

Regards,

Mohit

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rtong1234
Participant
June 18, 2020

I finally solved my "Busy Server" issue for my Lightroom 6 install. I started getting the error when my Windows 10 crashed. After reinstalling Windows 10 and Lightroom 6 (from Amazon download), I started getting the "Busy Server" error. I also noticed that my entire computer was operating very slowly (start-up and normal operations). That led me to suspect my hard drive was dying (that's technical term). I ened up replacing my hard drive with a new one (SSD this time) and reinstalled Windows 10 again. Amazing! That fixed everything. Lightroom 6 starts up normally and no more "Busy Server". If you have not upgraded to a SSD hard drive - do it! It's an easy DIY job (YouTube) and your computer will boot up with lighting speed.   

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GMMagee
Known Participant
April 23, 2018

I am having this problem today and cannot find a solution

Mohit Goyal
Community Manager
Mohit GoyalCommunity Manager
Community Manager
April 24, 2018

Hi GMMagee,

We're really sorry for all the trouble caused you. Could you please let us know the Lightroom version you are using now?

Regards,

Mohit

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GMMagee
Known Participant
April 24, 2018

7.3 on Windows 10

On Tuesday, April 24, 2018, 8:18:48 AM EDT, Mohit Goyal <forums_noreply@adobe.com> wrote:

"Server busy" error?

created by Mohit Goyal in Lightroom Classic CC — The desktop-focused app - View the full discussion

Hi GMMagee,

 

We're really sorry for all the trouble caused you. Could you please let us know the Lightroom version you are using now?

 

Regards,

Mohit

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Mohit Goyal
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Mohit GoyalCommunity ManagerCorrect answer
Community Manager
July 5, 2017

Please refer the below discussion

Error Message Server Busy During Startup

Hope it helps.

Regards,

Mohit

Rob_Cullen
Community Expert
Rob_CullenCommunity Expert
Community Expert
June 17, 2017

Have you tried the help suggestions at-

Server Busy error when launching or using Lightroom on Windows

Regards. My System: Windows-11, Lightroom-Classic 15.1.1, Photoshop 27.3.1, ACR 18.1.1, Lightroom 9.0, Lr-iOS 10.4.0, Bridge 16.0.2 .
KadeMendelowitz
KadeMendelowitz
Participant
July 2, 2017

I've tried everything on that page (Windows) and the problem/error still exists.

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mike240
Inspiring
June 16, 2017

This sounds more like an OS issue. I've encountered this twice (Windows 10) and a full reboot (power to pc turned off prior to doing this) sorted it out. However, as we all know, what works for one person doesn't necessarily work for others!

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