Starting COM object from Win Service...

[Relentless]

I can't seem to start a COM object using a windows service. I have added the proper reference. The code works in a Windows Application. This is an example of what I am trying to do:

Private Sub StartExcel()
   Dim XL1 As Excel.Application
   XL1 = CreateObject("Excel.Application")
End Sub

Protected Overrides Sub OnStart(ByVal args() As String)
   StartExcel()
End Sub

I am actually going to call the StartExcel sub using a timer checking the time of day. But I would like to get the CreateObject working first.
Thanks
Rel

[Shuja Ali]

You are trying to Interact with the Desktop that is the reason why it is not working. Set Allow Service to Interact With Desktop to True in the Services Control panel.

Although I have never tried this before, but I am not sure if this will work.

[Relentless]

Thanks for the reply. I have that box checked. Still nothing. No errors in the event viewer. I will have a look at permissions.

Rel