Outlook XP runs in background??

[JDS]

My Outlook seems to have a tray icon show up every now and then - even
though I don't have it open? How can I shut it down?
JDS

 

[Diane Poremsky [MVP]]

Something is keeping it open - see
http://www.slipstick.com/problems/close.htm for ideas.

You'll want to install http://www.sunflowerhead.com/software/knockout so you
can easily see if it's running and force it closed, until you identify the
culprit.

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[Milly Staples [MVP - Outlook]]

Some common reasons why Outlook will not shut down completely when you click
either the X or Exit:

1. PDA synchronization software with your PDA in the cradle.
2. WinFax Pro (especially 10.02 in Outlook 2003) - contact their support
for an alleged fix.
3. Franklin-Cover Plan Plus!
4. COM Add-ins.
5. Mail reminder add-ins that keep a stub of Outlook open in the background
to check for new mail and fire reminders.
6. Anti-virus/firewall programs that are set to scan incoming and outgoing
mail.


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After furious head scratching, JDS asked:

| My Outlook seems to have a tray icon show up every now and then - even
| though I don't have it open? How can I shut it down?
| JDS