WFWG File Manager Shows Multiple WIN.INI Files (94310)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows for Workgroups 3.11
This article was previously published under Q94310

SYMPTOMS

The Windows for Workgroups File Manager may show multiple WIN.INI files if the WIN.INI file is renamed, moved, or deleted with File Manager. All the files and directories previously listed correctly will be listed as WIN.INI even if the screen is refreshed.

NOTE: This situation occurs only when the network drivers are loaded in memory. If the network drivers are not loaded you can successfully rename your WIN.INI file. However, if you rename it back to WIN.INI you receive a general protection (GP) fault in WINFILE.EXE.

WARNING: Microsoft does not recommend or support modifying the WIN.INI file in the above manner from any version of Windows File Manager.

Quit Windows completely before renaming, moving, or deleting the WIN.INI file.

WORKAROUND

To restore the listings, exit and restart File Manager.

STATUS

Microsoft does not recommend renaming, moving, or deleting core Windows files (including WIN.INI and SYSTEM.INI) while Windows is running.

MORE INFORMATION

The only file that causes this behavior is the WIN.INI file. Renaming, moving, or deleting other files does not affect File Manager's listing of files and directories.

Steps To Reproduce Behavior

  1. Load File Manager.
  2. Open the Windows directory and select the WIN.INI file.
  3. From the File menu, choose Rename.
  4. Enter a different name for WIN.INI, such as WIN.BAK.
  5. Choose the OK button.
All files and directories are now listed as WIN.INI.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/13/2003
Keywords:KB94310
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