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09-27-2007
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| | Can't save modifed HOSTS file I am trying to add a line to the HOSTS file in /Window/System32/drivers/etc directory (Per HP instructions on a scanner communication problem) and vista won't let me save the changes (using Notepad). Keeps telling me can't create the file be sure directory and location are correct. Can anyone tell me what I am doing wrong? -- Using Vista Home Premium on a tablet PC Thanks, |
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09-27-2007
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| | Re: Can't save modifed HOSTS file Merlin wrote: Quote: > I am trying to add a line to the HOSTS file in /Window/System32/drivers/etc > directory (Per HP instructions on a scanner communication problem) and vista > won't let me save the changes (using Notepad). Keeps telling me can't create > the file be sure directory and location are correct. Can anyone tell me what > I am doing wrong? Programs list, right-click on it and choose "run as Administrator". Now do File>Open to get the Hosts file. Make your changes and you should be able to save it now. Malke -- Elephant Boy Computers www.elephantboycomputers.com "Don't Panic!" MS-MVP Windows - Shell/User |
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