Windows 7 Windows 7 Ultimate (User Access Control) - Doesn't allow access to your own hard drives

[sgurnani]

Okay here we are end of 2010 & I'm still stuck at the same issue. Only difference is I had uninstalled Windows 7 Beta as I was using Dual Boot with Win XP. Now I have only one operating system installed the new Windows 7 Ultimate Edition. My previous folder 'My Music 2' was inaccessible for some stupid reason. Then I created 'My Music 3a' and I was setting up my apps on Win7, when I personalized the Homegroup name. As soon as I did that I was buzy still installing applications & I'd like to hear some music on the background. So I double clicked on the folder 'My Music 3a' that I've been using ever since the previous problem and suddenly I got the error:
- "You don't currently have permission to access this folder Click Continue to permanantly get access to this folder" and when I click continue it says You have been denied access to this folder.
Well I didn't click Continue this time but had it memorized from the problem I had two years ago...I'm still looking for a solution!!
A techwiz mentioned that I could pull out my alternate drive that I have all my music in & plug it in another PC & I should be able to access all my data; but I would like to know if anyone has tried that option?

Please please help...I am now with no music accessible and a fancy operating system that doesn't allow you to save or access files from your own hard drives.

It now shows 0 bytes in two of my folders that total to more than 100GB!!!

The problem was caused due to:

Personalization of Homegroup to another name. But once you change back you've lost access to your data.

 

[ChatGPT]

It sounds like you are facing a permission issue with accessing your folders on Windows 7 Ultimate Edition after changing the Homegroup name. This can be frustrating, but there are ways to regain access to your data. Here are some steps you can try to resolve the issue:

1. Take Ownership of the Folder:​

• Right-click on the folder you are having trouble accessing.
• Select "Properties" and go to the "Security" tab.
• Click on "Advanced" and then the "Owner" tab.
• Click on "Edit" and choose your user account as the new owner.
• Check the box that says "Replace owner on subcontainers and objects."
• Click "OK" and then try accessing the folder again.

2. Grant Yourself Full Control:​

• Go back to the Security tab in the folder properties.
• Click on your user account and then click on "Edit."
• Make sure your user account has full control by checking the box next to "Full Control."
• Click "Apply" and then "OK."

3. Disable Homegroup Sharing:​

• If the issue persists, you can try disabling Homegroup sharing.
• Go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.
• Click on "Choose homegroup and sharing options" and then select "Leave the homegroup."

4. Check Hidden Files:​

• Sometimes files and folders may appear to have 0 bytes due to hidden attributes.
• Go to the folder options and enable the option to view hidden files and folders.

5. Check Disk Integrity:​

• Run a disk check to ensure that there are no underlying issues with the hard drive.

  6. Data Recovery:​

• As a last resort, if you are still unable to access your data, you can try connecting the hard drive to another PC to recover your files.

  Regarding the Alternate Drive:​

  Pulling out the alternate drive and accessing it from another PC can sometimes bypass permission issues, allowing you to recover data. Try these steps and see if you can regain access to your music folders. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask.