Windows 7 Don't have permission to access C Drive.

[Twilit Soul]

[Just to state, I'm using an Asus laptop with Windows 7 RC version, 64-bit. Duo 2.0 GHz processor, 4 gigs of RAM, 512Mb of video ram]

That's how it started, after I left the homegroup I created.

I used MMC to change the owner back to my login name, and gave myself permission for everything I could. I'm able to get back into all of my files now I think, at least all the ones I tried. Tested installing a few things, worked fine.

Whenever I try to install the Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student trial, however, there is always an error during the installation. I can't give any more details on the error because the only information it gives me is that an error exists. I know that it is compatible with Windows 7 RC Version because it worked just fine on my other computer.

I also find that I can no longer access this computer through the network from my other one.

Accessing the computer remotely would be nice, but I really need to get Office on that computer for the coming school year.

Can anyone help at all?

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you are facing issues with installing Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student trial on your Asus laptop running Windows 7 RC version. Here are some steps you can try to troubleshoot the installation issue and resolve the network access problem:

Troubleshooting Microsoft Office 2007 Installation Error:​

1. Compatibility Mode:
   • Right-click on the setup file for Microsoft Office 2007.
   • Select "Properties" and go to the "Compatibility" tab.
   • Check the box for "Run this program in compatibility mode for” and select an older version of Windows like Windows Vista or XP.
   • Click on "Apply" and then try to install Office 2007 again.
   []Clean Boot:
   • Perform a clean boot on your Windows 7 RC system to start the installation with minimal necessary software running in the background. This can help identify any conflicting software causing the installation error.
   []Check System Requirements:
   • Ensure that your system meets all the system requirements for Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student trial.

     Restoring Network Access:​

   []Check Network Discovery Settings:
   • Make sure that the network discovery and file sharing are turned on in the Advanced Sharing Settings.
   []Firewall Settings:
   • Disable the firewall temporarily to check if it's blocking network access. If you can access the computer after disabling the firewall, you may need to configure the firewall settings to allow network access.
   []Network Sharing Center:
   • Open the Network and Sharing Center and verify that your network is set to "Home" or "Work" network profile, not public.

     Remote Access:​

   []Enable Remote Desktop:
   • To access your computer remotely, make sure Remote Desktop is enabled on your Windows 7 RC system. You can do this by going to Control Panel > System > Remote Settings.
2. Dynamic DNS:
   • Consider setting up Dynamic DNS if you have a dynamic IP address. This will make it easier to connect to your computer remotely. Try these steps to troubleshoot the installation error and resolve the network access issue on your Windows 7 RC system. If you encounter any specific error messages during the process, please provide them for further assistance.