XAMPP PORT 80 BUSY

[vish_op]

Dear All,
I am using XAMPP in windows xp service pack 2.I want to use mysql gui tools with that.
Anyhow apache sever is not starting.always it gets the message busy port 80.

How to solve this.Please help to resolve.

Thanks in advance.

Thank you,
Vishaka

[shumicpi]

Most likely it is Skype which must have blocked the port 80. If you are running skype, then you can easily change its ports. Go to Tools -> Advanced -> Connections
and uncheck the Use Port 80 and 443 option and close skype. Now again try to start Apache. you should be able to do it.

[bandave]

Hi,
I do not have Skype on my computer, but I am having the same issue. I have checked port 80 and it is listening to PID 4, but there is not PID 4 in task manager.
I just re-installed it about 15 minutes ago because of this issue.

What other steps could I take to get my Apache server running?

Thanks in advance.

[hackattack142]

Typically the System process uses PID 4. The common blocking service usually ends up being the World Wide Publishing service. Go to your Windows Services (Start > Run > services.msc), see if there is a 'World Wide Publishing' service, right-click it to get the Properties, click 'Stop' if it is running, change it from 'Automatic' to 'Disabled', then click okay.

You can see all the processes in your Task Manager by checking the 'Show processes from all users' box at the bottom of the 'Processes' tab.

[mdrasel]

i was faced same problem few days ago but when i exit skype and start my xampp then its working well from skype i make the port free by setting connection setting now its not creating any problem.

[Altrea]

Commonly Skype will not identify with HTTP.sys PID 4 but a random PID of it's own process.

[graphicedits]

Hey there! Just wanted to share my experience with you. A few days ago, I encountered a problem with my system, but I managed to solve it by exiting Skype and starting up XAMPP. By tweaking the connection settings, I made the port free and now everything is running smoothly without any issues. Hope this helps if you ever run into a similar problem!

[ayana.little]

It seems like you're encountering an issue with XAMPP on Windows XP Service Pack 2, specifically related to Apache server not starting due to a "busy port 80" message. This usually happens when another application or service is already using port 80, which is the default port for web traffic. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you resolve this issue:
1. Check for Conflicting Applications:

Make sure you don't have any other web servers or applications running on your system that might be using port 80. Common culprits include Skype and other communication tools. If you find any, try closing them and then restart XAMPP.

2. Change Apache Port:
If you're certain that no other application is using port 80, you can try changing the port that Apache uses. Here's how:

• Open the XAMPP control panel.
• Click on the "Config" button next to "Apache."
• Select "httpd.conf" to open the Apache configuration file.
• Look for the line that says Listen 80 and change it to a different port, such as Listen 8080.
• Save the file and restart Apache.

3. Check for System Services:
Sometimes, Windows services can conflict with XAMPP. Follow these steps to check for and disable any conflicting services:

• Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
• Type in services.msc and press Enter.
• Look for services that might be using port 80. Common culprits include "World Wide Web Publishing Service" and "Web Deployment Agent Service." Stop these services if they are running.

Check Firewall Settings:

Your firewall settings might be blocking Apache from accessing port 80. Make sure to add an exception for XAMPP in your firewall settings.

Run XAMPP as Administrator:

Sometimes, running XAMPP with administrative privileges can help resolve port conflicts. Right-click on the XAMPP shortcut or executable and choose "Run as administrator."

Restart Your Computer:

Sometimes, a simple restart can help resolve port conflicts and refresh the system.

Use XAMPP's Control Panel:

The XAMPP control panel allows you to start and stop individual components. Try stopping all components, then start Apache again.

Upgrade XAMPP:

If the issue persists, consider upgrading to a newer version of XAMPP, as it might have improvements and fixes for compatibility issues.

Remember to make backups of any configuration files you modify before making changes. If none of these solutions work, you might want to seek help from online forums or communities dedicated to XAMPP and web development, as they may have encountered similar issues and can offer more specific guidance.

[timothynevious]

Dear Vishaka,

It appears that you are encountering an issue with Apache not starting due to a busy port 80 in your XAMPP setup on Windows XP Service Pack 2. To resolve this problem, you can follow these steps:

Check for Other Applications: Port 80 is commonly used by web servers. Ensure that no other applications on your computer are already using port 80. This could include other web servers like IIS or Skype, which sometimes use port 80 by default.

Change Apache Port: If you can't identify and stop the application using port 80, you can change the port that Apache uses. Here's how to do it:

a. Launch the XAMPP Control Panel.
b. Click on the "Config" button for Apache (httpd.conf).
c. In the configuration file, search for the line that says "Listen 80".
d. Change "80" to a different port number, e.g., "8080" or any other unused port.
e. Save the file and try to start Apache again.

Check for Services: In some cases, the World Wide Web Publishing Service or other services may be using port 80. You can check for such services and disable them if necessary:

a. Open the "Services" application by typing "services.msc" in the Run dialog (press Win + R).
b. Look for services that might be using port 80, like "World Wide Web Publishing Service" or "Web Deployment Agent Service."
c. Stop and disable these services if they are running.

Firewall and Antivirus: Ensure that your firewall or antivirus software is not blocking Apache from accessing port 80.

Restart XAMPP: After making any changes, restart XAMPP to apply the configuration changes.

Once you've tried these steps, attempt to start Apache again. It should now be able to use the port you've specified in the configuration file.

If you continue to face issues, please provide more details about any error messages you receive, just reply this thread and I'll do my best to assist you further.