WP 2.5.1 media upload problem on Hardy Heron

WP 2.5.1 media upload problem on Hardy Heron

As I was composing the previous entry, I ran into a problem uploading the accompanying image. While the upload dialog popped up, red x marks were shown instead of file icons. I was able to choose the file, but the upload did not begin. I had to manually do it using FTP.

I thought it was a Java-plugin problem, so I thought I install the necessary plugin first, then would update the post after the problem is resolved. I guess I was wrong in thinking it had something to do with Java, as it appeared to be a Flash-plugin issue, as discussed in this bug report on LaunchPad. As one of the commenters said, this problem “is present on 64-bit hard drive installations,” such as mine.

For now, I could only search for possible solutions, or use FTP for image uploads while waiting for the experts to resolve this issue.

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4 Responses to “WP 2.5.1 media upload problem on Hardy Heron”

  1. Your problem is different from mine. I’m on 32-bit Ubuntu as well.

    I have a feeling it’s an issue with the Flash uploader itself but I’m not sure. Have you tried the web uploader instead?

  2. Salamat for the visit. :)

    I’m actually on a 64-bit Ubuntu. The WordPress flash uploader works fine on other OS, so I think it’s an Ubuntu problem.

    Which web uploader are you referring to?

  3. Hi,

    Please make sure that you have a uploads folder inside your wp-content directory.
    It should be writable (777)

  4. Hi Kevin,

    Yes, my uploads folder is chmod to 777. It really appears to be a flash plugin problem.

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