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4 Replies Last post: Dec 8, 2003 5:34 PM by Wilamowitz

Wilamowitz

9 posts since
Dec 7, 2003

Dec 8, 2003 12:26 PM

AOL MAIL ERROR -39

Recently I started experiencing an error when starting AOL (for OS X, version 10.3). When I launch AOL it is not be able to find the "Mail Tool" and reports an error=-39. I trashed AOL preferences, downloaded and reinstalled AOL, but the problem persists. This happens whether I connect by modem or by cable. I called AOL Tech Support, but they were of no help.
I know that at least one other person on this board had the same problem, so I know I'm not alone. Can anyone help?

Grant_G

5,630 posts since
Jan 12, 2001

1. Dec 8, 2003 2:13 PM

in response to: Wilamowitz

Re: AOL MAIL ERROR -39

I think someone has also reported that AOL X isn't compatible with Panther. You might have to go back to Jaguar. I don't use AOL so can't comment any further.

G

Wilamowitz

9 posts since
Dec 7, 2003

2. Dec 8, 2003 2:54 PM

in response to: Grant_G

Re: AOL MAIL ERROR -39

I am using Jaguar, NOT Panther. The problem I described happened suddenly, out of nowhere -- I had not loaded any new software, etc.

DPG4450Guy

1,856 posts since
Sep 14, 2003

3. Dec 8, 2003 5:32 PM

Re: AOL MAIL ERROR -39

I think at the top where you posted "10.3" it appeared you were on Panther.
That's where the confusion came in.

All I know is just trying to REMOVE the OS X version of AOL off a friend's machine was sheer torture.
Wound up reinstalling the partition from scratch.

Felt like Brando in a Cambodian jungle. the horror ...... the horror .......

Wilamowitz

9 posts since
Dec 7, 2003

4. Dec 8, 2003 5:34 PM

Re: AOL MAIL ERROR -39

"I think at the top where you posted "10.3" -- Gotcha: I meant the version of AOL

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