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Can't update Firefox

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allenbirnbach
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I'm trying to update Firefox. Currently I am on v 3.0.3. I downloaded the newest version, and tried to add it to the application folder. There is a dialog that says "Do you want to replace an older version" and I click yes. But then I get a dialog box saying I do not have sufficient privileges to update. I've checked my permissions for the Mac Hard Drive, and the Applications Folder. I have it set for Read and Write for all categories, but still not able to upgrade.

I also checked inside the current version of Firefox, and in the Advanced tab, in the dialog box for updates, the box for Firebox is greyed out. I cannot figure out how to change that.

I'm on a Mac Pro Early 2008, OS 10.5.8

Thank you for any assistance you may be able to give.

I'm trying to update Firefox. Currently I am on v 3.0.3. I downloaded the newest version, and tried to add it to the application folder. There is a dialog that says "Do you want to replace an older version" and I click yes. But then I get a dialog box saying I do not have sufficient privileges to update. I've checked my permissions for the Mac Hard Drive, and the Applications Folder. I have it set for Read and Write for all categories, but still not able to upgrade. I also checked inside the current version of Firefox, and in the Advanced tab, in the dialog box for updates, the box for Firebox is greyed out. I cannot figure out how to change that. I'm on a Mac Pro Early 2008, OS 10.5.8 Thank you for any assistance you may be able to give.

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You're welcome

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cor-el
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If there are problems with updating or with the permissions then easiest is to download the full version and trash the currently installed version to do a clean install of the new version.

Download a new copy of the Firefox program and save the disk image (dmg) file to the desktop

  • Trash the current Firefox application to do a clean (re-)install
  • Install the new version that you have downloaded

Your profile data is stored elsewhere in the Firefox Profile Folder, so you won't lose your bookmarks and other personal data.

allenbirnbach
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Well that was easy! All is good. Thanks.

cor-el
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You're welcome