Run batch file on boot

If this was the case I think MS would have recommended this as the best way to fix this problem, however they recommend doing backups using the recovery console.

Thanks for you input anyway. Adam There's no place like The only way you can restore them is by using the backup utility to perform a restore. Anyway, thanks again for trying There's no place like You should be able to work something out with that tool.

It's time to give up and have a beer I just can't remember it all" RE: Run a batch file during boot Quote: Exactly how do you think having a true copy of the files provides as better solution if the system won't boot?

Typical scenario: user turns on PC. Trust me, I have spent a lot of time investigating this I haven't used this for startup scripts but do use it all the time for shutdown scripts to clean out temporary files, etc. Hope this helps RE: Run a batch file during boot go to c: prompt edit autoexec. RE: Run a batch file during boot Thanks for your help. Alibradi, if it was as easy as that I would have already done it. All the files I am trying to copy are locked when windows is running. As for XP, the files I need to backup are fully locked when Windows is running.

MasterRacker, thank you for suggesting Erunt. With this I can copy locked files. Thanks Again. Reasons such as off-topic, duplicates, flames, illegal, vulgar, or students posting their homework.

The Tek-Tips staff will check this out and take appropriate action. To start the batch file at the start of your system, you can also use a registry key. Rainer Zufall Rainer Zufall 2 2 silver badges 8 8 bronze badges. ChrisProsser ChrisProsser That is an elegant and powerful solution. It is very useful if you like to improve your technical skills. Copy the following lines to Notepad. Shell" WshShell. Save the file with. Create new. Write the content of your.

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