Cannot access old files from WIN XP on WIN 7 32 bit

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  1. Posts : 6
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       #1

    Cannot access old files from WIN XP on WIN 7 32 bit


    All,

    I have updated my PC from WIN XP to WIN 7. I installed WIN 7 on a new SSD and want now to access my files (on the still WIN XP hdd) my files. I do see all the files, but when I want to open or copy them access is denied because of missing permission. I already have "full control" over these files when I check the properties in the security tab.

    Does anyone have an idea how I can copy my files over?

    Thanks.
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  2. whs
    Posts : 26,210
    Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8
       #2

    Try to take ownership.

    Take Ownership Shortcut
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  3. Posts : 6
    win7 32
    Thread Starter
       #3

    Is there a way without installing additional SW?
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  4. whs
    Posts : 26,210
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       #4

    What addl. SW are you talking about.
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  5. Posts : 6
    win7 32
    Thread Starter
       #5

    In the link you provided is a tool to install. Isnt that what you are suggesting to use to take over the ownership?
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  6. whs
    Posts : 26,210
    Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8
       #6

    yes, where is the problem.
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  7. Posts : 6
    win7 32
    Thread Starter
       #7

    I appreciate the fast response and please dont get me wrong, but I think it should be possible to solve this issue without installing software.
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  8. whs
    Posts : 26,210
    Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8
       #8

    Then do that. Don't call us, we'll call you.
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  9. Posts : 6
    win7 32
    Thread Starter
       #9

    ???
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  10. Posts : 5,642
    Windows 10 Pro (x64)
       #10

    Right-click on the folder in question > Properties > Security > Advance > Owner > Edit > Select your user > Check "Replace..." > Ok.

    What WHS posted just automates this, it is not software but built in windows tools setup as a shotcut in the right-click menu.
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