Unable to open multiple browser

[Mike]

I have a Compaq Laptop running Windows XP. I am also
using IE6.0 however I am unable to open multiple IE
browsers at one time. If I navigate a hyperlink it will
not let me open into another browser. If I click on the
IE shortcut twice it will open the first browser and then
go right back to the original instead of opening a new
one. I have tried everything and don't know where to
turn to.

Mike

 

[Ramesh]

Mike,

1. Open Internet Explorer
2. Click Tools > Internet Options > Advanced tab
3. Uncheck "Reuse windows for launching shortcuts"
4. Close Internet Explorer

The Reuse windows for launching shortcuts setting is used to determine
whether a new or existing instance of Internet Explorer is used when
exploring a Web site using one of the following methods:

a. Double-clicking an Internet shortcut (.url file) from within Windows
Explorer.
b. Opening a URL by clicking Start, and then clicking Run.
c. Using a desktop toolbar, such as the Address or Links bar.

When this setting is selected, an open instance of Internet Explorer is used
to display any Web site loaded using the above methods. If the setting is
cleared, then the above methods start a new instance of Internet Explorer.

More:
Internet Explorer "new Window" & Script error problems

The following fix solves the problem. Based on MSKB article:
http://www.angelfire.com/dragon/sramesh2k/utils/IEFix.exe

Manual procedure: (Microsoft Knowledge article link)
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=281679