Easy transfer problem


  1. dougwur
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    Easy transfer problem


    I have used WET to tranfer files from an XP machine to an external HD per WET instructions. I am running Home Premium 64 bit program on Lenovo laptop.
    When I attach HD to new computer WET gives the message "cannot open files".
    Any suggestions?
    Thanks
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  3. ignatzatsonic
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    It's not a highly reliable tool in my experience.

    I'd just use another method if at all possible---rather than fighting it for hours.

    What specific types of files were you transferring?
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  4. dougwur
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    windows easy transfer problems


    Thanks, files are pictures, videos, and documents.
    Any suggestions on other programs?
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  6. ignatzatsonic
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    If I had a choice, I wouldn't use a program.

    I'd just copy the files from one location to another--possibly by using a USB thumb drive, possibly by temporarily connecting the destination drive to the PC containing the source drive, possibly by burning DVDs, whatever.
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