How can I change the path for documents and settings??

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Hi pros!

How can i change the path for documents and settings? I want to direct it to
another drive. not just documents folder but also the complete documents and
settings folder for all users.
 
Daniel said:
Hi pros!

How can i change the path for documents and settings? I want to direct it
to
another drive. not just documents folder but also the complete documents
and
settings folder for all users.
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You need to perform an clean *unattended* install to do this.

Cannot move or rename the Documents and Settings folder
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=236621

nLite has options that allow you to place the "Documents and Settings"
folder where ever you would like and create an unattended installation CD
for you.

nLite 1.0 RC1
http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4324.html

There are other ways of making an unattended installation but I find nLite
is really easy.

How to Perform an Unattended Installation of Windows from a CD-ROM
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=314459
 
WTC said:
"Daniel" wrote
How can i change the path for documents and settings?
I want to direct it to another drive. not just documents
folder but also the complete documents and settings
folder for all users.
Click to expand...

You need to perform an clean *unattended* install to do this.
[...]
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You can also change the location and/or name of the "Documents and
Settings" folder on a running Windows Installation.
I used this description on how to do it:
http://www.winfaq.de/faq_html/tip1912.htm
It's in german, so not very helpful if you don't speak the language, but
I am sure you'll find plenty of other sites with similar information in
english.
 
Right click on "My Document" then select Properties from the context menu.
One of the buttons is labeled "Move". Click on this to select a new target
for My Documents.
 
Hi de Graff,

That would move the "My Documents" folder. Whereas, Daniel needs to move the
"Documents and Settings" folder.

--
Ramesh, Microsoft MVP
Windows XP Shell/User

Windows XP Troubleshooting
http://www.winhelponline.com
 
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