Cannot Insert File w/ Link Attachment To Original File Option (164100)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows 95
This article was previously published under Q164100

SYMPTOMS

When you are using Microsoft Exchange or Windows Messaging in Windows 95, if you attempt to insert a file into a new mail message with the Link Attachment As Original File option, you may receive the following error message:
You must enter the \\computername\sharename followed by the path and filename of the file that you wish to insert as a linked attachment

CAUSE

This problem occurs when you select a local file that is not on a shared network resource without using the Universal Naming Convention (UNC) format (\\<computername>\<sharename>\<path>\<filename>).

RESOLUTION

To insert a file using the Link Attachment To Original File option, use one of the following methods:
  • In the File Name box, specify the file using the UNC format.
  • To access the file by browsing Network Neighborhood, follow these steps:

    1. In the Look In box, click Network Neighborhood.
    2. Double-click the computer you want to access, and then double-click the shared folder you want.
    3. Click the file you want to link, and then click OK.

MORE INFORMATION

When you insert a file into a new message, you can use the Link Attachment As Original File option to insert a shortcut link to a file that will be accessed using the network. For other network users to access this file, the file must be located on a shared network resource either on the local computer or on a remote server that can be accessed using the UNC format.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/17/2000
Keywords:KB164100
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