Trying to backup DB

[defence18]

Followed directions, can't connect pgAdminIII because "server won't listen." No firewalls enabled, edited config file, no avail. Version 8.3. Please tell me wtf is going on before I throw my comp.

[WhiteRider]

That sounds like the postgres service isn't running, try: Start > Programs > Postgres > Start Service, then try PGAdmin again.
Which config file did you edit, and what did you do to it?

[defence18]

Tried to start service, Didn't help. I edited the postgresql.conf file that it recommeneded. It suggested that I open all ports by replacing "local host" with " * " That didn't help, so I switched it back.

[WhiteRider]

Is postgres running?
Have a look at Task Manager > Processes; do you see any postgres.exe processes?

Are you using Vista?
Are you running PGAdmin as administrator (like you do with PT3)?

[defence18]

No, I don't see it under task manager. I am using Vista, but it's in safe mode because the HD is f'ed up and it's the only way I can access my comp. I think I am the admin, but not 100% sure.

[WhiteRider]

Running applications as administrator is different to being logged in as administrator.
You need to run all your poker software as administrator for PT3 to work correctly, and I suspect the same applies to PGAdmin since it needs to connect to the postgres service.
Right click the PGAdmin shortcut and choose "Run As Administrator".

[defence18]

Tried running both PGAdmin and Start Service as admin. Still get the server won't listen error.

[kraada]

Please check to make sure your firewall isn't blocking PostgreSQL from starting (the Firewall Troubleshooting Guide may come in handy) as that can cause this sort of problem.

[defence18]

No firewalls are running. McAfee is disabled, as is the windows firewall.

[WhiteRider]

Are you still running in Safe Mode? It's possible that is preventing the postgres service from starting.
Are you able to boot into normal mode even temporarily?