Re: Idiot Needs Help

From: Nepatsfan (nepatsfan_at_SBXXXIX.com)
Date: 07/30/05 

Date: Sat, 30 Jul 2005 07:52:09 -0400

DenBowan wrote:
> Thats me.
>
> I have installed a new version of XP over my existing one. I
> now have new directories for my personal files. On my
> hard-drive I now have my old directory called 'Dennis' which
> I cannot get access to...
> (D:\documents and settings\Dennis is not accessable.
> Access is denied)
>
> ...and a new directory called 'Dennis.REBORN' which I can
> get access to but has none of my saved files in it.
>
> I know I have been stupid but is there any way I can access
> the old directory.

You need to take ownership of the files. Take a look here for
the procedure:

How to take ownership of a file or folder in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;308421&sd=tech

"Access is Denied" Error Message When You Try to Open a Folder
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;810881

Good luck

Nepatsfan

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