Jonathan,
Thank you for your response. Not quite sure if I understand it though. I
will be more specific. Sometimes, when WM feels like it, it will launch when
I start MSO 2003. I do not like this since I do not use WM. I use WLM. I
am afraid of uninstalling WM (especially since what Jenn says in her response
below). Is there a file path or something that I can switch so when I lauch
MSOutlook 2003, it will be associated with WLM?
In regard to your second responce, I have tried that suggestion already. I
wish I can give you a screen shot of what I am talking about. When I log on
to Windows Live Mail, go to my Contacts, go to options, then to Import, it
will take me to a page where any of the functions availble to Import my
Contacts from MSOutlook 2003 to my Contacts on my Windows Live Email WILL NOT
WORK. The Import Wizard will only recognize Outlook Express and I do not use
that. Something is broke. Do I have too many contacts to import? Is there
a limit? If so, it should be clearly stated. I also have the same problem
importing my Favorites to Windows Live Favorites. It just doesn't happen.
Let me know if I need to provide more info or something. Could it be
because I have not created a Windows Live Space? In the meantime, here is
what Jenn from another MS support area wrote:
RE: SRX1034384584ID - Windows Live Messenger:How to use a feature:Contacts
or Groups:Saving or importing conta
From: Microsoft Customer Support
(MSSGR.WNLV.NA.US.EN.NCO.QUE.TS.T01.SPT.00.EM@css. one.microsoft.com)
Sent:Fri 4/27/07 11:03 PM
To:
Hi Bradley,
Thank you for contacting Windows Live Messenger Technical Support. My name
is Jenni and I will be glad to assist you with your concern.
Based on the information I received, I understand that you wanted to know
how to disable Windows Messenger for Windows Live Messenger to take place;
and you wanted to associate MS Outlook 2003 with the program. In addition,
you wanted to know how you can import your contacts from MS Outlook 2003 to
Windows Live Messenger contact list. I know the importance of this issue.
Please know that I will do my best to resolve your concern.
Bradley, Windows Messenger can be disabled to prevent it from running
automatically every time that you start Windows. You may also remove the
program but take note the removing Windows Messenger will cause features,
such as Remote Assistance, Application Sharing, and WhiteBoard, to be
unavailable. Steps to disable and remove Windows Messenger are provided below.
With regard to importing contacts from MS Outlook 2003 to Windows Live
Messenger is not available at the moment. You do not need to import contacts
if you will be using MSN or Hotmail instead, since the program is integrated.
Thus, that would be a good idea, we will have your suggestion forwarded to
the product team that carefully reviews these concerns or suggestions and
considers them for future releases.
To disable Microsoft Windows Messenger, use these procedures:
To change the setting in Windows Messenger
1. Start Windows Messenger.
2. On the "Tools" menu, click "Options."
3. Click the "Preferences" tab, clear the "Run this program when Windows
starts" check box, and then click "OK."
Note: This procedure does not prevent you from manually running Windows
Messenger, but it does prevent Windows Messenger from running automatically
every time that you start Windows.
How to remove Windows Messenger from a Microsoft Windows XP-based computer :
Important: This article contains information about how to modify the
registry. Make sure to back up the registry before you modify it. Make sure
that you know how to restore the registry if a problem occurs. For more
information about how to back up, restore, and modify the registry, click the
following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=256986
Warning: Serious problems might occur if you modify the registry incorrectly
by using Registry Editor or by using another method. These problems might
require that you reinstall your operating system. Microsoft cannot guarantee
that these problems can be solved. Modify the registry at your own risk.
1. Make Windows Messenger visible in Add or Remove Programs. To do this,
follow these steps:
a. Click "Start," click "Run," type %windir%\inf, and then click "OK."
b. Right-click "sysoc.inf," click "Open With," and then click "Notepad."
c. Under [Components] locate the following line:
msmsgs=ocgen.dll,OcEntry,msmsgs.inf,hide,7
d. Remove the word "hide" from the line so that the line looks like the
following:
msmsgs=ocgen.dll,OcEntry,msmsgs.inf,,7
e. On the "File" menu, click "Save" to save changes.
f. On the "File" menu, click "Exit."
2. Click "Start," click "Run," type CONTROL APPWIZ.CPL, and then click "OK."
3. Click "Add/Remove Windows Components."
4. Clear the "Windows Messenger" check box, and then click "Next."
5. Disable integration by using Outlook Express. To do this, follow these
steps:
a. Click "Start," click "Run," type regedit, and then click "OK."
b. Locate and then click the following registry subkey:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\MICROSOFT\OUTLOOK EXPRESS
c. On the "Edit" menu click "New," and then click "DWORD Value."
d. Type Hide Messenger, and then press ENTER.
e. Double-click the "Hide Messenger" value, and then change the value to 2.
6. To reinstall Windows Messenger, visit the following Microsoft Web site,
and then follow the instructions that appear on the page:
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/messenger/
I hope these steps resolve your concern, if you need further assistance, you
may contact us at
http://support.live.com. For additional information and
self-help instructions, visit
https://account.live.com/HelpCentral.aspx and
choose “Windows Live Messenger” from the drop-down menu.
Thank you for contacting Windows Live Messenger Technical Support. Have a
great day.
Sincerely,
Jenni
Windows Live Messenger Technical Support
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--
Thanks!
Brad
"Jonathan Kay [MVP]" wrote:
> Greetings Brad,
>
> 1. The latest Outlook 2003 with all the updates should be displaying the contacts within WLM
> as long as Windows Messenger (not Live) isn't running. I can't really recall if this feature
> works without Windows Messenger installed (nor am I in a position to test right at the
> moment), but as a test, simply rename the \Program Files\Messenger folder to "Old Messenger"
> or something, reboot and check.
>
> 2. The tool should be showing the Outlook contacts. But failing that, just just Export the
> Contacts folder in Outlook as a CSV [File, Import and Export, Export to a File, then Comma
> Separated Files (Windows)] and use the Import dialog in Windows Live Mail and choose the CSV
> for Outlook option.
>
> --
> Jonathan Kay
> Microsoft MVP - Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Messenger
> Associate Expert
> http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
> Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
> All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2007 Jonathan Kay.
> You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.
> --
>
>
>
>
>
> "Brad" <> wrote in message
> news:16F351AD-9E81-4C8F-BFED-...
> > Hi!
> >
> > I have 2 questions/things I need help with.
> >
> > 1. Is there away to get rid of the basic Windows Messenger (WM) and have
> > Windows Live Messenger (WLM) take its place? Specifically the basic WM is
> > associated with MS Office Programs. I do not want this anymore an wish to
> > re-associate MS Office programs (ex. MS Outlook 2003) with WLM.
> >
> > 2. Importing -
> >
> > I should mention that I am trying to do the import when I am logged into my
> > e-mail account. In other words, the importer I am using is the one found on
> > my windows live e-mail account.
> >
> > When I run the Windows Live Contacts Importer, it only recognizes contacts
> > in Outlook Express. I do not even use Outlook Express!!! I only use MS
> > Outlook 2003. It will not give me any options or indications to switch from
> > Outlook Express to MS Outlook 2003.
> >
> > When I try to do a import of a CSV file, it will not let me do that either.
> >
> > What do I need to do in order to import my MS Outlook 2003 Contacts to
> > Windows Live?
> >
> >
> > ANY Help would be appreciated!!!
> >
> >
> > --
> > Thanks!
> >
> > Brad
>
>
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