Unable to Convert from Other File Types on a Network (95653)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Works 2.0
  • Microsoft Works 3.0
  • Microsoft Works 3.0a
  • Microsoft Works 3.0b
This article was previously published under Q95653

SUMMARY

Works for Windows may have trouble converting from other file types on a network installation of Windows and may display the following error message:
Cannot write to <Windows user's directory>
This can occur for either of the two following reasons:

  • The user may not have read, write, create, and delete privileges to the Windows user's directory. -or-

  • Windows may not be installed correctly for each workstation on a network.

MORE INFORMATION

For more information about how to perform a network installation of Windows, see your Windows printed documentation or online Help.

REFERENCES



  • "Getting Started with Microsoft Windows," Windows version 3.1, pages 6-9
  • "Microsoft Windows User's Guide," Windows version 3.0, pages 545-556
  • "Guide to Installing and Using Microsoft Works for Windows on a network"
  • "Microsoft Works for Windows User's Guide" version 3.0, page 614
  • "Guide to Using Microsoft Works for Windows version 2.0 on a Network," pages 1-8 (available from Consumer Sales at [800] 426-9400)
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/6/2003
Keywords:KB95653
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