View Full Version : Could not install postgresql
Chan KH
01-24-2010, 06:08 PM
Hey guys,
I recently bought a new laptop and I tried to install HEM but I have some problems.
When I installed the program, everything was fine until I got the message ''Could not install postgresql''.
Then when I load HEM it says 127.0.0.1 failed to establish connection.
I did everything with firewalls and anti-virus and nothing seems to work.
On a windows vista
Thanks!
Patvs
01-24-2010, 08:59 PM
This is usually a firewall or windows update issue.
First try to reboot.
If no help, try this:
Start > Programs > PostgreSQL > 8.x > Stop Service
Start > Programs > PostgreSQL > 8.x > Start Service
If that doesnt help delete the \postgresql\8.x\data\postmaster.pid file, if you see it.
Add exceptions to the windows firewall, even if it is off. If you have a 3rd party firewall, do the equivalent or uninstall it temporarily - http://www.holdemmanager.net/faq/afmviewfaq.aspx?faqid=171
Please try following all of these FAQs, step by step:
1) http://www.holdemmanager.net/faq/afmviewfaq.aspx?faqid=34
2) reinstall the same version of postgresql, using the same \data folder - http://www.holdemmanager.net/faq/afmviewfaq.aspx?faqid=177
3) http://www.holdemmanager.net/forum/showthread.php?t=8261
If that doesn't help you will probably have to reinstall PostgreSQL completely and reimport your hands using these instructions - http://forums.holdemmanager.com/showthread.php?t=20755
Chan KH
01-27-2010, 10:07 PM
When you post a link, it sends me to the general FAQ page. I tried everything and it still doesnt work.
"If that doesnt help delete the \postgresql\8.x\data\postmaster.pid file, if you see it."
Theres nothing in this folder.. Is it normal?
Patvs
01-27-2010, 10:12 PM
Ah your entire data folder is empty.
I've seen this before, where I wasn't able to solve it.
I'd try:
-1 turn off Windows User Account Control
-2 uninstall SQL and delete the ProgramFiles/PostgreSQL folders
-3 update Vista to Vista SP2
-4 try a different SQL installer:
http://www.holdemmanager.com/downloads/Holdem_Manager_Setup(b).exe
http://www.enterprisedb.com/products/pgdownload.do#windows
Which firewall/antivirus do you have?
Chan KH
01-31-2010, 04:29 PM
Will updating vista to SP2 do anything?
All my firewalls are off curently and it still doesn't work.
I tried installing the other postgresql files you sent me, but they're asking for a password, and I don't remember using one on this computer, so I cant finish the download.
Can you tell me how to retrieve the password with the postgresql file?
fozzy71
01-31-2010, 07:29 PM
You should definitely update Windows, but I doubt that is the cause of your problems.
They are probably just asking you to create your password, not enter a password you don't know.
PT3's default name/password is - postgres/dbpass
HM's default name/password is - postgres/postgrespass
*Please update to the latest beta - http://www.holdemmanager.com/downloads/HmBetaUpdate.exe
1) Uninstall PostgreSQL from the Windows Control Panel.
2) Use our combo installer to reinstall PostgreSQL. Make sure you un-check Holdem Manager during installation. http://www.holdemmanager.com/downloads/Holdem_Manager_Setup.exe
If that installer fails to install PostgreSQL, please reinstall PostgreSQL using the following instructions:
A) Start > Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt > Right-Click > Run As Administrator
net user postgres /delete
B) Reboot.
C) Try installing this version of PostgreSQL - http://www.holdemmanager.com/downloads/Postgres_8.3.9-v1.0.7.exe
Chan KH
02-03-2010, 12:31 AM
It works!! WEE thanks guys!
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