Path with Long File Names Not Processed in Autoexec.nt File

ID: Q221530

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows 2000 Datacenter Server
Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server

SYMPTOMS

A path with long file names is not processed in the Autoexec.nt file, even if the path is enclosed in quotation marks.

CAUSE

The Autoexec.nt file is used to facilitate the running of legacy programs in Windows 2000.

RESOLUTION

Move the files that need to be processed in the Autoexec.nt file to a path that uses 8.3 naming conventions, or check with the software's manufacturer for an updated copy of the software.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.

Additional query words:

Keywords : kbenv
Version : WINDOWS:2000
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbprb