Microsoft 6.x Backup Doesn't Back Up Empty Subdirectories (106124)
The information in this article applies to:
• Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 6.0
• Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 6.2
• Microsoft MS-DOS operating system 6.22
This article was previously published under Q106124
SYMPTOMS
Microsoft Backup for Windows and Microsoft Backup for MS-DOS do not
back up or restore empty subdirectories during partial backups whether
you select an empty subdirectory or a group of directories that
includes both an empty subdirectory and populated subdirectories.
WORKAROUND
To work around this problem, do one of the following:
• You can back up and restore an empty subdirectory if you back up the
entire source drive's contents by selecting All Files in the Backup
From box.
-or-
• You can back up a partial group of subdirectories and files by
selecting the Restore Empty Directories and Prompt Before Creating
Directories options after choosing the Options button on the Restore
screen. However, be aware that you will be prompted for each unwanted
subdirectory from the entire source disk.
MORE INFORMATION
Normally, when you select a directory in Backup for MS-DOS, the
selected directory appears with an arrow beside it, indicating that
the directory contains files and will be backed up. However, an empty
subdirectory selected in Backup for MS-DOS appears without an arrow.
If you select an empty subdirectory in Backup for Windows, a black
square appears beside it, which is the same symbol that appears when
you select a populated directory.
A partial backup of drives cannot restore empty subdirectories; empty
subdirectories can only be restored with full backups.
STATUS
Microsoft has confirmed this to be a problem in MS-DOS versions 6.0
and 6.2. We are researching this problem and will post new information
here in the Microsoft Knowledge Base as it becomes available.
| Modification Type: |
Major |
Last Reviewed: |
11/23/1999 |
| Keywords: |
KB106124 |
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