Brad13 Posted May 11, 2007 Share Posted May 11, 2007 So basically, I re-installed windows XP Pro from scratch on my home computer and re-configured everything almost identical to the way it was before. Only now, All of my files from my old user accounts are locked out, and I don't have access to them. I had kept all of my videos, music, installers, pictures and files in My Documents, about 80 gb's worth of stuff. Is there any way to get all that info back? I tried creating a new user with the exact same name but no go. Btw, I'm trying to get in through C:/Documents and Settings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CptMurphy Posted May 11, 2007 Share Posted May 11, 2007 Open up windows explorer>tools>folder options>view>uncheck Use simple file sharing.Browse to the folder>right-click in it>properties>security>advanced>owner>click your name>click the check box that says "replace owner on...>ok>okThat should do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
war59312 Posted May 11, 2007 Share Posted May 11, 2007 Works in vista, dont have xp installed atm, so not sure if xp supports this or not...takeown /F "C:/Documents and Settings" /Ricacls "C:/Documents and Settings" /grant %username%:F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now