No permission to open a folder


  1. antares
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    Windows XP Professional SP3/Windows 7 Ultimate x64
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    No permission to open a folder


    Hi, my PC monitor died so I removed the PC's 2nd internal drive and installed it as an external USB drive to access its files from my laptop. I can access certain folders, but some folders I'm unable to open them, a message pops displaying lack of permission. How can I fix this? Thanks.
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  3. Brink
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    64-bit Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
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    Hello Antares,

    You might see if installing and using Take Ownership may allow you to be able to access it afterwards. :)

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  4. antares
    Posts : 207
    Windows XP Professional SP3/Windows 7 Ultimate x64
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    Thanks Brink, worked fine
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  6. Brink
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    64-bit Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
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    You're most welcome. :)
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