Can't open new window

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Ken

Problem just began in previously installed IE6. Clicking
a hot link (e.g., in an e-mail), or anything that opens a
new window from a currently open one, causes the new
window to hang. The already open window continues to
work, but the new one remains transparent, with
an "hourglass", and never finishes loading.

I have reinstalled IE6 twice, checked all registry
entries, checked for viruses and corrupt files, but the
problem remains. Anyone with an idea?
 
Ken,

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

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Regards,
Ramesh
(e-mail address removed)


Problem just began in previously installed IE6. Clicking
a hot link (e.g., in an e-mail), or anything that opens a
new window from a currently open one, causes the new
window to hang. The already open window continues to
work, but the new one remains transparent, with
an "hourglass", and never finishes loading.

I have reinstalled IE6 twice, checked all registry
entries, checked for viruses and corrupt files, but the
problem remains. Anyone with an idea?
 
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