File Problem

[Art18]

I have two very large files within the DOS folder that are causing problems each time I run my virus scanner. The files are Xv998vsd.tmp and X0br29bj.tmp. Each one is listed as having 11,809 bytes. I was able to delete (and save) the Xv998vsd.tmp file without any apparent operating problems, but I am denied access to delete the other file. This is an older laptop (Windows 95OS) that I haven't used since last February, but I did experience the virus program problem at that time. (When the scan is actuated the program hangs up on the above files for some ten minutes each, but then completes the scan with a clean report.)

Since these files appear to be temporary files it seems to me that I should be able to delete them without causing a problem with the system. If so, how can I delete the one for which I am denied access? Perhaps in DOS (only) mode with the editor?

[BigBlue66]

Hi Art,

Try this. Using explorer, find the file and right-click on it. Choose properties. In the dialog box at the bottom, there will be three different options for that file's attributes. If the Read-Only box is checked, you won't be able to delete it. Try unchecking that, if it is checked and check the box next to Archive. Apply and back out of properties. Now try deleting the file again.

Let me know how it goes.

Big Blue 66

[Art18]

Originally posted by BigBlue66:
Hi Art,

Try this. Using explorer, find the file and right-click on it. Choose properties. In the dialog box at the bottom, there will be three different options for that file's attributes. If the Read-Only box is checked, you won't be able to delete it. Try unchecking that, if it is checked and check the box next to Archive. Apply and back out of properties. Now try deleting the file again.

Let me know how it goes.

Big Blue 66

OK, when I clicked on Properties for the file for which I was denied access it showed the Archive box already checked. I tried deleting it again,and this time I was successful. I can't fathom why it would not allow me to do this earlier, but they are both now deleted and the system is operating OK, including the virus scanner. I'll save the files for a period, just in case. Many thanx for your help.

[Rick]

Art

This is Just a guess .
But do you have a Bubble jet printer?
The temp file ends in "bj" is the reason I ask.
I know if a program locks up windows while I am printing the HP temp files can't be deleted unless I do it in DOS.

I'd also suggest that you add a temp statement to your autoexec.bat file.
And or use "Winset" to set the temp and tmp environment to a folder specifically for temp files .
For all windows programs that follow the temp environment.
*Note * Using winset is permanent. (Only needs to be run once)

Doing so in the autoexec file will cause all programs even dos to use that folder.
Here's an example of how I have it setup.
@echo off
set tmp=d:\temp
set temp=d:\temp

I also used winset to force windows to use the same folder for temps.
"Winset temp=d:\temp"
"Winset tmp=d:\temp"

You may have to search your win95 install disk for Winset.

[Art18]

Originally posted by Rick:
Art

This is Just a guess .
But do you have a Bubble jet printer?
The temp file ends in "bj" is the reason I ask.
I know if a program locks up windows while I am printing the HP temp files can't be deleted unless I do it in DOS.

I'd also suggest that you add a temp statement to your autoexec.bat file.
And or use "Winset" to set the temp and tmp environment to a folder specifically for temp files .
For all windows programs that follow the temp environment.
*Note * Using winset is permanent. (Only needs to be run once)

Doing so in the autoexec file will cause all programs even dos to use that folder.
Here's an example of how I have it setup.
@echo off
set tmp=d:\temp
set temp=d:\temp

I also used winset to force windows to use the same folder for temps.
"Winset temp=d:\temp"
"Winset tmp=d:\temp"

You may have to search your win95 install disk for Winset.

Rick,

No, I am not using a bubble printer. I'll follow your suggestions re forcing windows to use a single folder for temps. Many thank's.

Art

[This message has been edited by Art18 (edited 12-12-2000).]