Re: Locked out of My Documents

From: Bruce Chambers (bruce_a_chambers_at_h0tmail.com)
Date: 10/23/04


Date: Sat, 23 Oct 2004 10:04:23 -0600

Mark wrote:
> I am hoping someone can assist me. I am running Windows XP Home
> edition and recently re-did my hard drive. I had backed up some
> files using Veritas Easy Backup. After reinstalling Windows I
> attempted to restore my backed-up MY Documents folder. After
> restoring it I went to access the files and it is giving me Access
> Denied. I am assuming it is becuase the User ID #'s do not match
> even though I am using the same username. How can I get around this
> and allow access again to the folder. I have some digital pictures
> and other files I would hate to loose. Any assistance would be
> greatly appreciated.

HOW TO Take Ownership of a File or Folder in WinXP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;Q308421

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