Writing files apps get the "Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. May not be the appropriate permissions for access you the items"error

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• System error message -"windows cannot access the specified device path or file. You don't have permission to access it.

  Hello

  Can help you. Had problem with safety messages and now I can't open any programs, get message "windows cannot access the specified device path or file. you don't have permission to access"how to restore the system to clear the message

  No sound as I wrote it. But I've sorted it by running Paretologic Data Recovery

  Thanks for your response

• Windows cannot access the specified device path or file. may not permissions to access you the item.

  Hey guys,.

  I am running Vista on my laptop Toshiba P200D. Recently I was making an error whenever I try to open the files that I downloaded from the internet. The message I get is "windows cannot access the specified device path or file. you don't have the appropriate permissions to access the item "."

  I tried,

  • Safe mode (not to fix)
  • (No luck) system restore
  • check security options - I have full access to the file.

  I am running Vista 32 bit. I have avast antivirus running, but is not working and im unable to uninstall it.

  Any help will be accepted with gratitude,

  Thanks in advance,

  Chris.

  PS I'm the system administrator.

  I do not fashion without failure, I advised a SafeMode with networking for network access using a wired connection to download and install Anti-Malware programs.

  If this does not work:

  Download/save the removal of Avast on a friend's computer tool > transfer it using a Flash Player > uninstall the corrupt Avast.

  Which can be the source of the problem.

  As you can not turn it off:

  If under warranty, contact the manufacturer of your laptop.

  If this is not the case, take it to a reputable repair shop, computer room.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• I get all the time can not download anything 'Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. You can't have the permissions to access the have__appropriate element. »

  Original title: problems cannot do anything

  Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. You can't have__appropriate the permissions to access the item. I get it all the time can not download anything

  Hi birdylod,

  ·         What version of the operating system is installed on the computer?

  ·         You did changes to the computer before the show?

  ·         You use Internet Explorer? If so, what version are you using?

  ·         What files you download?

  Follow these methods.

  Method 1: Performs a search using the Microsoft safety scanner.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx

  Note: The data files that are infected must be cleaned only by removing the file completely, which means that there is a risk of data loss.

  Method 2: Follow these steps:

  Step 1: Start the computer in safe mode with network and check if the problem persists.

  Startup options (including safe mode)

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/advanced-startup-options-including-safe-mode

  Step 2: If the problem does not persist in safe mode with networking, perform a clean boot to see if there is a software conflict as the clean boot helps eliminate software conflicts.

  Note: After completing the steps in the clean boot troubleshooting, follow the link step 7 to return the computer to a Normal startupmode.

  Method 3: Scan the file system (CFS) auditor to repair corrupted files.

  How to use the System File Checker tool to fix the system files missing or corrupted on Windows Vista or Windows 7

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929833

  For reference:

  What to know before applying permissions to a file or folder

• Since the last nights update I get now launching explorer.exe "windows cannot access the specified device, file, or the path?

  Since update of last nights, I get now launching explorer.exe "windows cannot access the specified device, file, or the path?

  Hi Jemd3,

  I suggest you to completely remove Norton of the system using Norton Removal Tool and check if the problem persists.

  Method 1:

  Maybe it's that your computer is affected by virus and malware. I suggest you run an online anti-virus scan and a scan for Malware. See the links below.

  Microsoft OneCare:

  http://OneCare.live.com/standard/EN-US/3/default.htm

  Malicious software removal tool

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.aspx

  Get a free PC safety scan

  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

  Hope this information is useful.

  Thanks and regards.

  Thahaseena M
  Microsoft Answers Support Engineer.
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Windows 7 - get this message when you try to open a file. Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. You can not have the appropriate permissions to access the item.

  When I left click on the icon to open the file, I get the 17 ' error '. "  I right click on icon and select "run as Administrator'l and it will open, but lately it won't and the message above."

  Hi Bob,

  1. in open file are you get this error message?

  2. don't you make changes on the computer before this problem?

  This problem may occur if one of the following scenarios arises on your PC.

  • You do not have permissions for the file or the location of the file.
  • The file is located on a site that is not accessible at the moment as a network location or an external drive that is not currently connected to the computer.
  • The file has been moved or deleted.
  • The shortcut or the file is corrupted.
  • The file may be blocked by Windows.
  • Your anti-virus software may block the file.

  Refer to the help article:

   

  Error "Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file" when you try to install, update or launch a program or file

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/2669244

  Important: Disable your antivirus or changed settings can make your PC vulnerable to viral, fraudulent, or malicious attacks. Microsoft does not recommend that you disable your antivirus software or change settings. If you need to temporarily disable your anti-virus software, you should reactivate as soon as you are finished. Use this workaround at your own risk.

  Response with more information to help you.

• "Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file" for each X 86 application on a Windows 2003 x 64 server

  Hello

  I have a Windows 2003 X 64 server and since a week ago everything works fine.

  For a week or two when I try to run an X 86 application, I always get this error:
  "Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file.
  If I run a x 64 apps everything works fine.
  What made a mistake?
  Thank you

  Hello

  Your question is more complex than what is generally answered in the Microsoft Answers forums. It is better suited for Windows Server on TechNet. Please post your question in the TechNet forums. You can follow the link to your question:

  http://social.technet.Microsoft.com/forums/en/category/WindowsServer/

• Jpg file printing - windows cannot access the specified device, path, file

  Original title: I have a similar problem, I can open the jpg fine, I can't print it

  I have a similar problem, I open the jpg fine, I can't print it, permissions are fine. I get the same erorr-windows cannot access the specified device, path, file...

  Hi Janine.

  1. are you able to print documents?

  2. the problem occurs only with a particular image file?

  3. how the printer is connected to the computer?

  4. What is the brand and model of the computer and the printer?

  5. have you logged as administrator?

  Method 1:

  First of all, try to print a test page and check if it works:

  To print a test page

  http://www.Microsoft.com/resources/documentation/Windows/XP/all/proddocs/en-us/print_test_page.mspx?mfr=true

  Method 2:

  I suggest you check out the link to use the System File Checker tool (SFC) to troubleshoot missing or corrupted system files in Windows:

  Description of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 System File Checker (Sfc.exe)

  Note: you must have the Windows XP disc to make the SFC scan.

  Method 3:

  I suggest you to turn off all third-party security software and the Windows Firewall and then try to print the file:

  How to change or remove a program in Windows XP

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/307895

  How can I turn on or turn off the firewall in Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later versions?

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/283673

  Note: run the computer without antivirus software or firewall is a potential threat to the computer; Be sure to activate security software after completing the troubleshooting steps and after identifying the problem.

  Let us know the results.

• message error "windows cannot access the specified device path or file.

  After updating all upgrades of Windows and restarting my computer, I get the error message "windows cannot access the specified device path or file" on all my programs. I tried to go to the 'system restore', but it won't let me access that is. I am running Windows XP on a Dell Vostro 400

  Tried to start the restoration of the system from the Windows Advanced Options menu and he tried to restore from the last successful boot - unfortunately the last successful upward included the problem start

  Restarted in safe mode and not run Chkdsk/r - no found error - problem persists.

  Finally found my Dell operating system disk and went into the Boot Menu at startup screen and set it to Boot from the Dell operating system CD

  After the CD started, I went to reinstall Windows, and he gave me an option for repair

  The relocation process took about 30 minutes to complete, but he reinstalled all missing or damaged files that were the cause of the problem

  Fixed a problem!

  Thanks Mike - You're on the right track!

• "Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file."

  Original title: Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file.  You don't have the appropriate permit im PLEAAASEE HELP ME a single mother with no money to get my computer fixed

  Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file.  You can not have the appropriate permissions to access the item. It doesn't let me do user accounts or anything each time I click on user accounts even mozilla no matter what icon as yahoo messanger or anything I get this message PLEAAASEE HELP ME im a single mother with no money to get my computer fixed and my computer is my life line!  someone help me please!

  Hello

  Take a look at the following for a possible solution:

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/windows_vista-files/Windows-cannot-access-the-specified-device-path-or/d85689f5-8a1d-4519-A016-f485877dd40e

  http://answers.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows/Forum/Windows_7-files/Windows-cannot-access-the-specified-device-path-or/85edca63-e1fd-426b-ad23-3ea506ab8a44

• RootKit/Malware/Virus problem - windows cannot access the specified device file or the path, you don't have permissions

  Hello

  I have a problem with my computer it has been infected by a virus that is not visible in normal mode. It prevents running any application that would help in the detection and removal. I tried running mrt, mcaffe, trendmicro rootkit detector rootkit detector, spybotSD, analysis windows Defender online Windows live onecar. All these works for a minute and then shutsdown, when I click it again I get the error, as mentioned in the title, 'windows cannot access the specified device file or the path, you do not have permissions.

  This problem has a solution or re - install is the only way out?

  The pointers/help appreciated.

  Just to add, I am able to connect using my last known good configuration and only safe mode configurations.

  Thank you

  Id2View,

  1. follow all the instructions in this thread: How to get rid of malware

  2. If still no joy you can find Microsoft MVPs and other trained analysts on the following support sites:
  Aumha.org
  Atribune.org
  SpywareHammer
  BleepingComputer
  Safer-Networking

  3. If you need help with virus-related issues, contact the Support Services Microsoft product.

  To support the Canada and the United States, call toll-free (866) PCSAFETY (727-2338).

  For support outside the United States and the Canada, visit the page Web of Product Support Services.

  4. If you need more assistance for the position of the newsgroup Microsoft - security - virusvirus/worm.
  Through your News Reader:
  News://msnews.Microsoft.com/Microsoft.public.Security.virus
  Via the Web:
  http://www.Microsoft.com/communities/newsgroups/list/en-us/default.aspx?DG=Microsoft.public.Security.virus

  Hope this helps,

  Vincenzo Di Russo - Microsoft MVP Windows Internet Explorer, Windows Desktop Experience & security - since 2003. ~ ~ ~ My MVP profile: https://mvp.support.microsoft.com/profile/Vincenzo

• Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. You can not have the appropriate permissions to access the item.

  Hello

  I recently changed to use AVG free Antivirus Vista 2010 edition and since then (next day) seems to be locked out almost everything on the computer other then IE.  Open any kind of .exe translates into "Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. You don't have the appropriate permissions to access the item. "I can access the Control Panel, but when I try to run something (a user restore Sys account) nothing happens or I get the same error.  I can not even access/cmd?

  Operating system is vista 64 bit home premium
  Computer has 1 which is defined as administrator SP1
  Tried to do a restore of the system in normal mode and safe, the two will not start.

  I have a feeling I know what the problem is, that when you look at the properties > Security "Progam files" in the 5 groupnames user administrator has not enabled in the lower area of permissions?  Guess a virus has locked all accounts to use the machine key files? (When editing and allowing the admin to have full control etc. in written authorization, I get an "access denied" Message.)  Be honest this really problems out of my PC knowledge, I would usually just reformat if I hit I can't solve a problem, but this time reformating is not the best option.

  Thanks in advance for any help, I would really appreciate it, it left me speechless!

  PS. read through the similar questions and have used the "fix windows' programs, with nothing working or me being not able to access something used.

  Hi Dany88,

  First of all, I would say that you uninstall security antivirus vista 2010 of computer software, since there are several questions on the computer after installing. This software may have created conflicts between other programs on the computer.

  As you face problems to access items from 'Control panel', I would say you visit the security software vendor's Web site and search a tool of suppression using which you can uninstall the software.

  Important: Antivirus software can help protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. In most cases, you should not disable your antivirus software. If you do not disable temporarily to install other software, you must reactivate as soon as you are finished. If you are connected to the Internet or a network during the time that your antivirus software is disabled, your computer is vulnerable to attacks.

  If questions are set after uninstalling security software, I suggest that you change the security antivirus vista to some else software or contact the vendor of the software for more information.

  I would also say that you are investigating the computer by using the methods mentioned in the link below.
   
  How to get rid of malware or viruses
  http://social.answers.Microsoft.com/forums/en-us/vistasecurity/thread/ba80504b-61f1-4D71-960f-b561798b7b42

  See the link below to find out how to start in safe mode.
  Start your computer in safe mode
  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/start-your-computer-in-safe-mode

  I hope this helps!

  Halima S - Microsoft technical support.
  Visit our Microsoft answers feedback Forum and let us know what you think.

• Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. May not permissions to access you the item. Can someone tell me how to overcome this problem.

  Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. May not permissions to access you the item. This message appears when I try to access also anti programs anti-virus will not play CD in windows media player. Can someone give me advice on what to do to remedy the problem.

  Hi Lee,.

  • You did any computer change?
  • What anti-virus program is installed on the machine?
  • What is the full and an error code error message when you access the CD through Windows Media Player?

  Follow the steps mentioned below:

  Start your computer in safe mode

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/start-your-computer-in-safe-mode

  Note: try to access Cd rom drive and antivrirus program and see that you get an error

  Perform a clean boot according to the link below:

  How to troubleshoot a problem by performing a clean boot in Windows Vista or in Windows 7

  http://support.Microsoft.com/kb/929135

  Note: Follow step 7 in order to his usual manner once completed troubleshooting computer

  The analysis of Microsoft Security Essentials online according to the LienSuivant:

  http://OneCare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

  Reply back with the results

• When Installing Blackberry software error message Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file

  Try to install the software for my Blackberry on laptop, get the message Windows cannot access the specified device, file, or path may not be the appropriate permissions for access you element. What should I do please help...

  Re-download/save to your desktop > right click on its Setup.exeo run as admin.

  See you soon.

  Mick Murphy - Microsoft partner

• On my user account on my labtop when I click on a program, such as mozilla firefox, it happens 'windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. May not be the appropriate permissions for access you point. "Please help

  On my user account on my labtop when I click on a program, such as mozilla firefox, it happens 'windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. May not be the appropriate permissions for access you point. "This message appears for firefox, AVG, Windows live messenger, windows MediaPlayer etc.

  I can access my documents, Panel etc. and everything is there, but it won't let me not get access to the programs.

  Also when I go to click on itunes and open office it happens "this file has no program associated with it for performing this action. Create an association in the set associations Control Panel.

  Given that I was able to access control panel, I was able to create a new user and use it for now to send this message and all programs have worked on it and I was able to check for the presence of viruses on the Avg on this and everything was clear.

  Could you please explain whats wrong and tell me how to fix this please: D thanks

  Hello
   
  1. don't you make changes before the show?
  2. is the computer is joined to the domain controller?
   
  You can not start any application on a client computer that is joined to the domain controller. When you try to start this type of application, you receive an error message similar to the following:
  "Windows cannot access the specified device, path or file. You can not have the appropriate permissions to access the item.

  This can also occur if the user account is damaged. If the computer is not connected to a domain controller, try the following steps.
  1. connect to another user account and create a new user account to fix the damaged user account.
  For more information about creating a new user account and the fixing corrupt user account, visit this link: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-vista/Fix-a-corrupted-user-profile
   
  Previous post the results in more detail, so that we can help you further.
   
  I hope this helps.
   
  Kind regards
  Syed
  Answers from Microsoft supports the engineer.