accesing admin files

[squeek]

I have been told to reload windows onto my laptop. In
doing this it would delete all the windows files and
re-install them. This would keep all my files I had saved
on my hard disk. I have done this but my previous user
account was password protected. Now when I try and open
the folder containing my previous files an error message
come up saying that access is denied!! I am logged on as
the administrator so I have full control.

Is there any way I can get this folder unlocked and
access my files!!

I am in desperate need for these files and would be
obliged if anyone has help to send me an e-mail
([email protected])

thanks
Ben

 

[Ronnie Vernon MVP]

I have been told to reload windows onto my laptop. In
doing this it would delete all the windows files and
re-install them. This would keep all my files I had saved
on my hard disk. I have done this but my previous user
account was password protected. Now when I try and open
the folder containing my previous files an error message
come up saying that access is denied!! I am logged on as
the administrator so I have full control.

Is there any way I can get this folder unlocked and
access my files!!

I am in desperate need for these files and would be
obliged if anyone has help to send me an e-mail
([email protected])

thanks
Ben

Ben

You simply need to take ownership of those folders and files.
You can also copy all of the previous users programs and settings to the new
user profile.
The following articles will guide you.

HOW TO: Take Ownership of a File or Folder in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/?id=308421

How to Copy User Data to a New User Profile:
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=811151

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Ronnie Vernon
Microsoft MVP
Windows Shell/User

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