Transfering files from slave HD

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the challenges of transferring files from an old hard drive (HD) to a new computer, specifically addressing issues related to file access permissions and compatibility between different operating systems (Windows XP and Windows Vista).

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes successfully connecting an old HD as a slave drive but encounters an "Access Is Denied" error when trying to open a specific folder.
  • Another participant suggests that the blue screen error (BSOD) occurs due to incompatibility between the old HD's Windows installation and the new computer's hardware.
  • A third participant provides a link to a Microsoft support article that may help with taking ownership of the folder to resolve access issues.
  • A later reply confirms that taking ownership of the folder resolved the access issue, allowing for successful file transfer.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the technical challenges presented by the old HD's compatibility with the new system and the solution of taking ownership to access files, though the initial cause of the BSOD remains a point of discussion.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not fully explore the implications of different file system permissions or the specific steps involved in taking ownership, which may vary based on user settings and configurations.

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I recently got a new computer with Windows Vista on it. I got rid of my old computer that had Windows XP, but kept the old HD (MAXTOR 5T030H3) as it has some important files on it. I was hoping I could install the old HD into the new computer and burn the files to a dvd or something, but for some reason whenever I start up the computer with the old HD in it, I get a blue error screen. I'm assuming this is because the old HD isn't compatible with the new computer.

But I was able to put the old HD into the new computer and set it to slave. So I turn on my computer and I have a C drive (new HD) and a D drive (old HD). I am able to view, copy & paste most files from my old HD, but one of the folders won't open. Whenever I try to open it, it says Access Is Denied.

Is there anyway I can transfer over the files from that folder to the other HD?
 
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...and the reason for the BSOD error when you install it is it has windows on it and the drivers for the old computer won't play well with the new hardware.
 
Thanks guys. Taking ownership worked perfectly. :D
 

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