How do I change Word file locations after network change

[Guest]

I was using a set of files on a networked computer (DSL home portal - nothing
fancy). That computer has been moved and I have moved all relevant files to
my own C drive.

Problem: my default document location for word (and excel) is to the
computer that is no longer attached. When I try to reroute the default
location using Tools>Options>File Locations, the computer freezes. Even
weirder is that it will freeze even if I select "templates," "tools," or
"startup," all of which directs to my own C drive.

I'm pretty sure the problem is related to the change in network, but the
additional freezing up has me befuddled.

What do I do?

 

[Guest]

I would reinstall Word, this should not hurt any of your documents, but may
fix the problem.