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Techy_G
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      7th Jan 2009
Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3. but not
certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and after
installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately, when i go
in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to edit or
set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control alt
delete it.

i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the same
problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates and still
nothing but freezing.

what is causing this, or how can I fix it?
 
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PA Bear [MS MVP]
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      7th Jan 2009
[Forwarded to WLMessenger newsgroup via crosspost]

What version of WLMessenger is installed?

Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3) and *only until* 14 Apr-09.
(Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and Canada.)
Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173 | select
"Windows XP" then select "Windows XP Service Pack 3"
--
~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
DTS-L http://dts-l.net/

Techy_G wrote:
> Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3. but
> not
> certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and after
> installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately, when i
> go
> in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to edit
> or
> set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control alt
> delete it.
>
> i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the same
> problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates and still
> nothing but freezing.
>
> what is causing this, or how can I fix it?


 
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smlunatick
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      7th Jan 2009
On Jan 7, 5:23*am, Techy_G <Tech...@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:
> Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3. but not
> certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and after
> installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately, when igo
> in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to editor
> set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control alt
> delete it.
>
> i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the same
> problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates and still
> nothing but freezing.
>
> what is causing this, or how can I fix it?


I have got Windows Live Messenger working correctly with my Logitech
QuickCam Pro 5000 correctly. Make sure the PC is clean of possible
viruses and other spywares, before you install the Window Live
Messenger / QuickCam.

Also, clear out the Temporary folders and use an "administrator" type
account.

Also, which version of the QuickCam software you are using and which
web cam?
 
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Techy_G
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      7th Jan 2009
WLM version 8.5.1302.1018

"PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:

> [Forwarded to WLMessenger newsgroup via crosspost]
>
> What version of WLMessenger is installed?
>
> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
> Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3) and *only until* 14 Apr-09.
> (Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and Canada.)
> Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173 | select
> "Windows XP" then select "Windows XP Service Pack 3"
> --
> ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
> MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
> AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
> DTS-L http://dts-l.net/
>
> Techy_G wrote:
> > Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3. but
> > not
> > certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and after
> > installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately, when i
> > go
> > in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to edit
> > or
> > set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control alt
> > delete it.
> >
> > i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the same
> > problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates and still
> > nothing but freezing.
> >
> > what is causing this, or how can I fix it?

>
>

 
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PA Bear [MS MVP]
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      8th Jan 2009
Is Automatic Updates enabled?

Can you do the following successfully?...

1. Go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com;

2. Install any required Windows Update-related software, if offered, then
click CONTINUE;

3. Select CUSTOM and scan;

4. Select & install any critical security updates offered; follow all
prompts.

NB: I would not recommend installing IE7 via Windows Update if it's not
already installed. If IE7 is already installed, look for a Root
Certificates update in Optional category; if it's available, install it to
take full advantage of IE7's enhanced security. (Root Certificates updates
are not offered via Automatic Updates, for some unfathomable reason.)
--
~PA Bear

Techy_G wrote:
> WLM version 8.5.1302.1018
>
> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
>> [Forwarded to WLMessenger newsgroup via crosspost]
>>
>> What version of WLMessenger is installed?
>>
>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
>> Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3) and *only until* 14 Apr-09.
>> (Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and
>> Canada.) Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173 |
>> select "Windows XP" then select "Windows XP Service Pack 3"
>> --
>> ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
>> MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
>> AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
>> DTS-L http://dts-l.net/
>>
>> Techy_G wrote:
>>> Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3. but
>>> not
>>> certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and
>>> after
>>> installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately, when
>>> i
>>> go
>>> in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to
>>> edit
>>> or
>>> set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control alt
>>> delete it.
>>>
>>> i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the same
>>> problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates and
>>> still
>>> nothing but freezing.
>>>
>>> what is causing this, or how can I fix it?


 
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heian
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      8th Jan 2009
Hi,

i don't have a straight answer to your problem, but it might
be an idea just to try to install an other webcam.

maybe it is possible to borrow one and see how it turns
out. it's not the best idea, but spending lots and lots of time
can be very frustrating.

good luck with it


"PA Bear [MS MVP]" <(E-Mail Removed)> schreef in bericht
news:%(E-Mail Removed)...
> Is Automatic Updates enabled?
>
> Can you do the following successfully?...
>
> 1. Go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com;
>
> 2. Install any required Windows Update-related software, if offered, then
> click CONTINUE;
>
> 3. Select CUSTOM and scan;
>
> 4. Select & install any critical security updates offered; follow all
> prompts.
>
> NB: I would not recommend installing IE7 via Windows Update if it's not
> already installed. If IE7 is already installed, look for a Root
> Certificates update in Optional category; if it's available, install it to
> take full advantage of IE7's enhanced security. (Root Certificates
> updates are not offered via Automatic Updates, for some unfathomable
> reason.)
> --
> ~PA Bear
>
> Techy_G wrote:
>> WLM version 8.5.1302.1018
>>
>> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
>>> [Forwarded to WLMessenger newsgroup via crosspost]
>>>
>>> What version of WLMessenger is installed?
>>>
>>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
>>> Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3) and *only until* 14
>>> Apr-09.
>>> (Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and
>>> Canada.) Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173
>>> |
>>> select "Windows XP" then select "Windows XP Service Pack 3"
>>> --
>>> ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
>>> MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
>>> AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
>>> DTS-L http://dts-l.net/
>>>
>>> Techy_G wrote:
>>>> Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3. but
>>>> not
>>>> certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and
>>>> after
>>>> installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately, when
>>>> i
>>>> go
>>>> in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to
>>>> edit
>>>> or
>>>> set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control
>>>> alt
>>>> delete it.
>>>>
>>>> i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the
>>>> same
>>>> problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates and
>>>> still
>>>> nothing but freezing.
>>>>
>>>> what is causing this, or how can I fix it?

>



 
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Techy_G
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      10th Jan 2009
well ya obviously i have all the updates off windows update... but no worries
it was the version 8.5 of WLM that was the problem. some glitch in it i
guess. because i just installed the newest one, the 2009 version and the cam
works fine once again.
so it was a WLM screw up


"PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:

> Is Automatic Updates enabled?
>
> Can you do the following successfully?...
>
> 1. Go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com;
>
> 2. Install any required Windows Update-related software, if offered, then
> click CONTINUE;
>
> 3. Select CUSTOM and scan;
>
> 4. Select & install any critical security updates offered; follow all
> prompts.
>
> NB: I would not recommend installing IE7 via Windows Update if it's not
> already installed. If IE7 is already installed, look for a Root
> Certificates update in Optional category; if it's available, install it to
> take full advantage of IE7's enhanced security. (Root Certificates updates
> are not offered via Automatic Updates, for some unfathomable reason.)
> --
> ~PA Bear
>
> Techy_G wrote:
> > WLM version 8.5.1302.1018
> >
> > "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
> >> [Forwarded to WLMessenger newsgroup via crosspost]
> >>
> >> What version of WLMessenger is installed?
> >>
> >> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
> >> Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3) and *only until* 14 Apr-09.
> >> (Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and
> >> Canada.) Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173 |
> >> select "Windows XP" then select "Windows XP Service Pack 3"
> >> --
> >> ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
> >> MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
> >> AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
> >> DTS-L http://dts-l.net/
> >>
> >> Techy_G wrote:
> >>> Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3. but
> >>> not
> >>> certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and
> >>> after
> >>> installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately, when
> >>> i
> >>> go
> >>> in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to
> >>> edit
> >>> or
> >>> set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control alt
> >>> delete it.
> >>>
> >>> i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the same
> >>> problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates and
> >>> still
> >>> nothing but freezing.
> >>>
> >>> what is causing this, or how can I fix it?

>
>

 
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Techy_G
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      10th Jan 2009
ok so never mind, i talked too fast, in the new version i was able to go into
the main setup for audio and video without WLM freezing up. but when i start
the webcam in a convo it works right up until the other person accepts the
invitation. the all hell brakes loose and freezes right back up.

"Techy_G" wrote:

> well ya obviously i have all the updates off windows update... but no worries
> it was the version 8.5 of WLM that was the problem. some glitch in it i
> guess. because i just installed the newest one, the 2009 version and the cam
> works fine once again.
> so it was a WLM screw up
>
>
> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
>
> > Is Automatic Updates enabled?
> >
> > Can you do the following successfully?...
> >
> > 1. Go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com;
> >
> > 2. Install any required Windows Update-related software, if offered, then
> > click CONTINUE;
> >
> > 3. Select CUSTOM and scan;
> >
> > 4. Select & install any critical security updates offered; follow all
> > prompts.
> >
> > NB: I would not recommend installing IE7 via Windows Update if it's not
> > already installed. If IE7 is already installed, look for a Root
> > Certificates update in Optional category; if it's available, install it to
> > take full advantage of IE7's enhanced security. (Root Certificates updates
> > are not offered via Automatic Updates, for some unfathomable reason.)
> > --
> > ~PA Bear
> >
> > Techy_G wrote:
> > > WLM version 8.5.1302.1018
> > >
> > > "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
> > >> [Forwarded to WLMessenger newsgroup via crosspost]
> > >>
> > >> What version of WLMessenger is installed?
> > >>
> > >> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
> > >> Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3) and *only until* 14 Apr-09.
> > >> (Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United States and
> > >> Canada.) Go to http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173 |
> > >> select "Windows XP" then select "Windows XP Service Pack 3"
> > >> --
> > >> ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
> > >> MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
> > >> AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
> > >> DTS-L http://dts-l.net/
> > >>
> > >> Techy_G wrote:
> > >>> Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3. but
> > >>> not
> > >>> certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and
> > >>> after
> > >>> installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately, when
> > >>> i
> > >>> go
> > >>> in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to
> > >>> edit
> > >>> or
> > >>> set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control alt
> > >>> delete it.
> > >>>
> > >>> i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the same
> > >>> problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates and
> > >>> still
> > >>> nothing but freezing.
> > >>>
> > >>> what is causing this, or how can I fix it?

> >
> >

 
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PA Bear [MS MVP]
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      10th Jan 2009
Unfortunately you've still not answered either of my question so I have
nothing further to add to this conversation.

Techy_G wrote:
> ok so never mind, i talked too fast, in the new version i was able to go
> into the main setup for audio and video without WLM freezing up. but when
> i
> start the webcam in a convo it works right up until the other person
> accepts the invitation. the all hell brakes loose and freezes right back
> up.
>
> "Techy_G" wrote:
>
>> well ya obviously i have all the updates off windows update... but no
>> worries it was the version 8.5 of WLM that was the problem. some glitch
>> in
>> it i guess. because i just installed the newest one, the 2009 version and
>> the cam works fine once again.
>> so it was a WLM screw up
>>
>>
>> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
>>> Is Automatic Updates enabled?
>>>
>>> Can you do the following successfully?...
>>>
>>> 1. Go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com;
>>>
>>> 2. Install any required Windows Update-related software, if offered,
>>> then
>>> click CONTINUE;
>>>
>>> 3. Select CUSTOM and scan;
>>>
>>> 4. Select & install any critical security updates offered; follow all
>>> prompts.
>>>
>>> NB: I would not recommend installing IE7 via Windows Update if it's not
>>> already installed. If IE7 is already installed, look for a Root
>>> Certificates update in Optional category; if it's available, install it
>>> to
>>> take full advantage of IE7's enhanced security. (Root Certificates
>>> updates are not offered via Automatic Updates, for some unfathomable
>>> reason.) --
>>> ~PA Bear
>>>
>>> Techy_G wrote:
>>>> WLM version 8.5.1302.1018
>>>>
>>>> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
>>>>> [Forwarded to WLMessenger newsgroup via crosspost]
>>>>>
>>>>> What version of WLMessenger is installed?
>>>>>
>>>>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
>>>>> Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3) and *only until* 14
>>>>> Apr-09. (Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United
>>>>> States
>>>>> and Canada.) Go to
>>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173 | select
>>>>> "Windows XP" then select "Windows XP Service Pack 3" --
>>>>> ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
>>>>> MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
>>>>> AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
>>>>> DTS-L http://dts-l.net/
>>>>>
>>>>> Techy_G wrote:
>>>>>> Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3.
>>>>>> but
>>>>>> not
>>>>>> certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and
>>>>>> after
>>>>>> installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately,
>>>>>> when
>>>>>> i
>>>>>> go
>>>>>> in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to
>>>>>> edit
>>>>>> or
>>>>>> set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control
>>>>>> alt delete it.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the
>>>>>> same problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates
>>>>>> and still
>>>>>> nothing but freezing.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> what is causing this, or how can I fix it?


 
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Techy_G
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      10th Jan 2009
yes automatic updates is enabled. and yes i have done the second question
too. everything is done, that you have suggested

"PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:

> Unfortunately you've still not answered either of my question so I have
> nothing further to add to this conversation.
>
> Techy_G wrote:
> > ok so never mind, i talked too fast, in the new version i was able to go
> > into the main setup for audio and video without WLM freezing up. but when
> > i
> > start the webcam in a convo it works right up until the other person
> > accepts the invitation. the all hell brakes loose and freezes right back
> > up.
> >
> > "Techy_G" wrote:
> >
> >> well ya obviously i have all the updates off windows update... but no
> >> worries it was the version 8.5 of WLM that was the problem. some glitch
> >> in
> >> it i guess. because i just installed the newest one, the 2009 version and
> >> the cam works fine once again.
> >> so it was a WLM screw up
> >>
> >>
> >> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
> >>> Is Automatic Updates enabled?
> >>>
> >>> Can you do the following successfully?...
> >>>
> >>> 1. Go to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com;
> >>>
> >>> 2. Install any required Windows Update-related software, if offered,
> >>> then
> >>> click CONTINUE;
> >>>
> >>> 3. Select CUSTOM and scan;
> >>>
> >>> 4. Select & install any critical security updates offered; follow all
> >>> prompts.
> >>>
> >>> NB: I would not recommend installing IE7 via Windows Update if it's not
> >>> already installed. If IE7 is already installed, look for a Root
> >>> Certificates update in Optional category; if it's available, install it
> >>> to
> >>> take full advantage of IE7's enhanced security. (Root Certificates
> >>> updates are not offered via Automatic Updates, for some unfathomable
> >>> reason.) --
> >>> ~PA Bear
> >>>
> >>> Techy_G wrote:
> >>>> WLM version 8.5.1302.1018
> >>>>
> >>>> "PA Bear [MS MVP]" wrote:
> >>>>> [Forwarded to WLMessenger newsgroup via crosspost]
> >>>>>
> >>>>> What version of WLMessenger is installed?
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Free unlimited installation and compatibility support is available for
> >>>>> Windows XP, but only for Service Pack 3 (SP3) and *only until* 14
> >>>>> Apr-09. (Chat and e-mail support is available only in the United
> >>>>> States
> >>>>> and Canada.) Go to
> >>>>> http://support.microsoft.com/oas/def...spx?gprid=1173 | select
> >>>>> "Windows XP" then select "Windows XP Service Pack 3" --
> >>>>> ~Robear Dyer (PA Bear)
> >>>>> MS MVP-IE, Mail, Security, Windows Desktop Experience - since 2002
> >>>>> AumHa VSOP & Admin http://aumha.net
> >>>>> DTS-L http://dts-l.net/
> >>>>>
> >>>>> Techy_G wrote:
> >>>>>> Hi, my main issue at this time, i believe it may be related to sp3.
> >>>>>> but
> >>>>>> not
> >>>>>> certain. I have recently formatted my computer. multiple times. and
> >>>>>> after
> >>>>>> installing Windows Live Messenger, and my webcam. both seperately,
> >>>>>> when
> >>>>>> i
> >>>>>> go
> >>>>>> in the audio and video setup in WLM as soon as i click the option to
> >>>>>> edit
> >>>>>> or
> >>>>>> set it up, WLM freezes up and the only way to close it is to control
> >>>>>> alt delete it.
> >>>>>>
> >>>>>> i've even tried going back to an older version of WLM and still the
> >>>>>> same problem, i've updated the webcam, with logitechs newest up dates
> >>>>>> and still
> >>>>>> nothing but freezing.
> >>>>>>
> >>>>>> what is causing this, or how can I fix it?

>
>

 
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