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Can't save modifed HOSTS file

  1. #1


    Merlin Guest

    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?
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    Using Vista Home Premium on a tablet PC



    Thanks,

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  2. #2


    Malke Guest

    Re: Can't save modifed HOSTS file

    Merlin wrote:

    > 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?
    Run Notepad as Administrator. Find the shortcut for Notepad in your
    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
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