Mac Srv: Server Can't Be Loaded if File Is Locked (51261)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Mail for AppleTalk Networks 2.0
  • Microsoft Mail for AppleTalk Networks 2.0a
  • Microsoft Mail for AppleTalk Networks 2.0b
This article was previously published under Q51261

SUMMARY

When the "Microsoft Mail Server" file is locked, the following error message appears:
The Microsoft Mail Server Could Not Be Loaded Because the "Microsoft Mail Server" Is Write Protected.

MORE INFORMATION

The Mail server requires an unlocked file to function properly. If you encounter this message, do the following:

  1. In the System Folder, select the "Microsoft Mail Server" file.
  2. From the File menu, choose Get Info.
  3. Deselect the Locked box. Close the Get Info box.
  4. Restart the server.
Please note that in Microsoft Mail version 3.0, the server file may be locked and still function properly.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/9/1999
Keywords:KB51261
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