I had similar problem after incomplete removal MySQL 4.0.x which left dead service named MySQL that points to non-existing path c:\mysql. I changed the windows service name for MySQL 4.1 to MySQL41, and it works fine. Also you can try to execute mysqld from command line to see any extra details: mysqld --console --standalone
> -----Original Message----- > From: Darrell and Lynda Adams [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Thursday, January 27, 2005 4:34 PM > To: mysql@lists.mysql.com > Subject: Installing MySql 4.1 > > > Trying to install MySql 4.1 on XP using the automated > installer. Have tried to install both the windows essentials > and windows X86 . Tried doing typical and custom versions. > Also used the Instance Configuration both detail and > standard. When I get to the dialog box with the execute > button I receive the following error message: "Cannot create > windows service for MySql. Error:0." Also went into services > and tried to start and received the error message "Could not > start MySql service on local computer. Error 3: The system > cannot find the path specified. OBVIOUSLY I dont have > something set. Any help appreciated. > Attention: Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the message states otherwise and the sender is authorized to state them to be the views of any such entity. The information contained in this message and or attachments is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and delete the material from any system and destroy any copies. -- MySQL General Mailing List For list archives: http://lists.mysql.com/mysql To unsubscribe: http://lists.mysql.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED]
