Re: Removing read only attributes on folders

I have never seen such a problem in that the read only attribute would not
allow a copy operation. A couple things I would try though is to copy those
files to another folder on your computer and then try to copy them to the
DVD to see if that makes a difference or not. Try copying just a few of them
to see if that works or not. Try making a zip file out of them and then copy
that. If all else fails try using the built in ntbackup to back the files up
to large backup file and then try to copy that to the DVD. If you try using
the zip file or ntbakup do a dry run of restoring them to make sure it all
works a expected. I also like using Norton Ghost to make image type backups
and Norton lets you view and extract files from an image.

Steve

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/setup/learnmore/bott_03july14.mspx
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"Ray Jr" <rayrauscherjr@xxxxxxxxxxx(donotspam)> wrote in message
news:A27CA304-2827-407A-A19D-595ACFB95E31@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Hi, im havig this problem: Im trying to save all my pics to a dvd for
safe storage (approx 3.5 gigs worth). problem copying box pops up, says
,windows encountered a problem when trying to copy this file. what do you
want to do ? retry cancel.
I was told to remove the read only attrib and did (for the files inside
the
folders) I was told the folder attrib didnt matter and I get that part.
But
still cannot copy the files individually or as folders.I have gone into
Registry Editor, as told here
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/256614/EN-US/
Article 256614 Revis 5.1. Having trouble with number 7 on the list here
it
is; 7. After you make this change to the registry, you must change the
Read-Only attribute for all affected folders by using the attrib command
at a
command prompt (Command.com or Cmd.exe). Type attrib /? at the command
prompt
to view the syntax for the attrib command. For example, to change the
Read-Only attribute to System for the C:\Test folder, use the following
command:
attrib -r +s c:\test mine would be, attrib -r +s c:\all pics I do
that, and get message, parameter format not correct, what am i doing wrong
please help. I have been researching for awhile and notice this sort of
problem alot but not the last part of the ? So now I ask for anybodys help
please. All of my pictures of familly is on it and I dont want to lose
them
thanks for your time. thanks Ray Jr


"Ram" wrote:

Hi,
Though I was able to change the file attributes, I was unable to change
the
folder attributes through the below command.Please suggest on this.

attrib -r -s "C:\Documents and Settings\ITQA\My Documents\*" /s /d

Regards
Ram


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