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Postgresql-8.3.5 installation problem on vista

PostPosted: Thu Dec 03, 2009 7:50 am
by gomery
I have extracted the files and run the psotgresql-8.3.msi and after the language selection I get the message (since i get in Swedish I have to translate it) "WINDOWS INSTALLER The installationspackage can't be opened. Confirm that the package exists and that you can reach it, or contact the program seller to confirm that it's a valid package for Windows Installer."

I have disabled UAC.

Re: Postgresql-8.3.5 installation problem on vista

PostPosted: Thu Dec 03, 2009 9:33 am
by WhiteRider
Try re-downloading it, maybe using another browser.
You could also try running it as administrator (having UAC off is good, but you may still need to do this).

Re: Postgresql-8.3.5 installation problem on vista

PostPosted: Fri Dec 04, 2009 9:01 am
by gomery
Alright i tried downloading it using explorer and tried downloading an other verison but still the same problem.
When I right klick the msi files I dont get the option to run as administrator.

Re: Postgresql-8.3.5 installation problem on vista

PostPosted: Fri Dec 04, 2009 10:09 am
by kraada
Try installing 8.3.8 - 8.3.8 is newer than 8.3.5 and contains several security and crash related fixes, and it's completely compatible with 8.3.5 databases if that's your concern.

Re: Postgresql-8.3.5 installation problem on vista

PostPosted: Sun Dec 06, 2009 12:00 pm
by gomery
Tried that and still the same problem :|

Re: Postgresql-8.3.5 installation problem on vista

PostPosted: Sun Dec 06, 2009 12:41 pm
by WhiteRider
Have a look at this: How to reinstall PostgreSQL - that walks you through the whole process.

highfalutin