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Downgrading MSN? by stephhhhh on 01-18-2009 at 08:24 PM
I recently updated MSN to MSNPlusLive470, but I really don't like it and I can't download the old one anywhere. I prefer it to the one I have at the minute. I can't be sure, but I think the last one I had was 460. Anyone know how I can get it back?
RE: Downgrading MSN? by djdannyp on 01-18-2009 at 08:53 PM
Messenger Plus! Live is just an add-on for Windows Live Messenger
Downgrading Messenger Plus! Live gives you no advantages, only less features, as Plus only improves features, rarely removing them.
What is your current version of Windows Live Messenger? (Found in 'Help'->'About Messenger')
If you wish, you can find 8.5 (the old version) on http://www.filehippo.com
Otherwise go to http://download.live.com to get version 2009.
Either way, you should upgrade to the latest Messenger Plus! Live from here to ensure you get the full features
RE: Downgrading MSN? by stephhhhh on 01-18-2009 at 09:18 PM
I know, but I find the 2009 one just a bit more difficult to use. My current one is the 2009 version.
I want the one that looks like this:
http://i206.photobucket.com/albums/bb133/ihatethe...CAPS/dylanlp0d.jpg
Hm, I can't seem to find 8.5 on there, only 6.2. Would you be able to link me directly to it please?
I don't mind having the old 8.5, but with the MSN Plus! add-on. 
Thanks for helping.
RE: Downgrading MSN? by djdannyp on 01-18-2009 at 09:25 PM
here is the link
you probably only found 6.2 as that is the page is finds on there when searching for MSN Messenger
MSN Messenger was rebranded Windows Live Messenger and that is the name of the 8.5 version
RE: Downgrading MSN? by stephhhhh on 01-18-2009 at 09:49 PM
Thanks.
It's still not working though. 
I downloaded it, accepted the terms, etc then it said there was a "Catastrophic failure" and it didn't install.
RE: Downgrading MSN? by djdannyp on 01-18-2009 at 09:51 PM
Try using ZapMessenger to remove all traces of 2009
Then restart your computer and try installing 8.5 again
RE: Downgrading MSN? by deadboyparis on 01-29-2009 at 11:33 AM
Doesn't work mate, I just tried it.
It still pops up with the
"A newer version is available. You must install the newer version in order to continue."
RE: Downgrading MSN? by deadboyparis on 01-29-2009 at 12:43 PM
Ah all good, I managed to fix it.
RE: Downgrading MSN? by davidpolitis on 02-01-2009 at 10:56 AM
Windows Live Messenger 8.5 MSI and ZapMessenger for future reference
RE: Downgrading MSN? by msimplay on 02-11-2009 at 10:14 AM
Thanks I needed this I really don't like the new msn messenger 
RE: RE: Downgrading MSN? by steele on 02-25-2009 at 11:44 PM
quote:
Originally posted by deadboyparis
Doesn't work mate, I just tried it.
It still pops up with the
"A newer version is available. You must install the newer version in order to continue."
how did you get this away as i have the same problem
RE: Downgrading MSN? by ShawnZ on 02-25-2009 at 11:48 PM
there's no point in using the old version, since you won't be able to for much longer...
RE: Downgrading MSN? by steele on 02-26-2009 at 04:06 PM
I have a windows xp that can not downloaded it
please help me
What should I do?
RE: RE: Downgrading MSN? by djdannyp on 02-26-2009 at 04:12 PM
quote:
Originally posted by steele
I have a windows xp that can not downloaded it
please help me
What should I do?
You mean Windows XP 64-bit?
In order to install the latest version on it just download the contacts.msi and messenger.msi standalone installers and then it should work
RE: Downgrading MSN? by steele on 02-26-2009 at 04:19 PM
i dont know what bit it is and were would i find them to download them
RE: Downgrading MSN? by steele on 02-26-2009 at 05:36 PM
found it and fixed it cheers mate