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by matt5968

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In backing up either w2k server or pro or xp I get some open files erros some are .dat files.. If I need to restore down system will these files be problem. How do I know when i get open file message its critial to restoring system thanks

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by jschein

Ok... 1st of all you said w2k server or XP.... If you are a computer tech / admin, you know that "OPEN FILES" cannot be backed up by microsoft's built in software, you should be using TAPE DRIVES and something like Veritas BACKUP EXEC which does a FULL backup with open files...

You failed to mention what the .dat files are. If they pertain to any part of the system.... you will not be able to fully restore that server.

If this is for home / personal use, look on the web for "OPEN FILE"+backup+software on google... there may be some low cost solutions for you.

Good luck

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