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I might update these instructions periodically. In case these instructions aren't working, I suggest replying to this topic (if it's still open) and make a few comments if things aren't working. However, if you're the kind of person who is resistant to change, I don't believe Firefox is the right browser for you. Or, it could just be that the applications you use are out of development and you simply need legacy versions of browsers/Java in order for them to work - I've been in that situation before and understand you.
#Java plugin for firefox se7 u40 software#
A lot of people here like to hold onto ESR versions of Firefox and legacy versions of software like Java v6 because they're resistant to change and I kinda frown on that behavior from a security standpoint. I wouldn't be surprised if these instructions are out of date in a couple months considering how many changes are made to the Firefox config and GUI on a monthly basis. This method is ultimately safer because you wouldn't need to worry about the sensationalized "drive-by" Java exploit attacks on the browser if you were to accidentally allow a malicious Java web applet to run.ģ. Following that guide will get rid of all the Java plugins immediately (so you wouldn't even need to follow the previous instructions) and will also prevent these plugins from reloading/reinstalling in the future when you update Java.
#Java plugin for firefox se7 u40 how to#
My recommendation: a more permanent solution to get rid of these plugins (and if you don't need Java content running in the browser) is to turn off Java completely for the browser and Oracle has a good, simple guide on how to do that. As stated above, the Java DT plugin will probably "come back" when you update Java. I've confirmed Java v8 also has a DT plugin as well so be sure to note exactly what "about:plugins" is saying about the Java Deployment Toolkit plugin(s).Ģ.
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dll file listed for the Java DT plugin(s), for example you have multiple versions of Java installed like v6 and v7 at the same time and in that case there might be a v6 DT plugin and a v7 DT plugin. Open Firefox and the Java DT plugin in your list of plugins should be gone.ġ. dll file that was associated with Java DT.ĥ. dll file in that location but just delete your noted. dll file that's associated with the Java DT plugin (again, it's probably "npdeployJava1.dll"). Now browse to the path location you copied and from there you can delete the. Close all Firefox windows, this is important.Ĥ.

For me (as an example), I had a 32-bit version of Java v7 installed on Win7 圆4 and that path was: "C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jre7\bin\dtplugin"ģ. dll file (everything before "npdeployJava1.dll".) The path can be different depending on which version of Java and OS you have installed. dll file (it's probably "npdeployJava1.dll" but it could be different for you), and then copy the path to the. In the about:plugins page, scroll down to where it says "Java Deployment Toolkit", make note of the associated. (You might need to click "yes/OK" to a cutesy message that pops up saying something like, "changing these settings could void your Firefox warranty!" or something along those lines.)Ģ. Open "about:plugins" without quotes as a URL in firefox. Good advice wrote: Here's instructions on how to "delete" the Java DT plugin "for now." Note: it probably will come back when you update Java in the future:ġ. I chuckle at that last part because in my previous work experience, firefox usage was globally banned everywhere.

The Java DT plugin is also not designed for ordinary people like you and me - it's designed for an exceptionally small number of people who either tend to be "Rich Internet Application" developers or network admins commonly using IBM's HMC and who need firefox due to software restrictions. This plugin is not to be confused with the "standard Java" plugin needed for Java content in the browser, that one is called: "Java(TM) Platform SE." Oracle likes to call Java Deployment Toolkit, " Java DT." The Java DT plugin is not related to your general usage of Java (and is not required to be activated/running to enable Java content in the browser so it's safe to "delete" it without losing your Java functionality on various websites.) As of 9 October 2014, the latest version of the Java DT plugin is still considered to be "vulnerable" by Mozilla and is blocked by default. This thread is meant to be an updated discussion on the "Java Deployment Toolkit" firefox plugin.
