~ " Don't have permission! Help!!! "~

[Whisk_60]

Hey guys, just wanted to say I am extreamly excited to finally play EQ Classic again. But on that note: after following all the steps to get this all installed the way I need to i've come to a ROADBLOCK, please help!

When trying to rename the eqhost.txt file, it doesnt allow me; it says as follows:


C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\Everquest\eqhost.txt
You don't have permission to save in this location.
Contact the administrator to obtain permission.

[Whisk_60]

Act,.... just started reading these forums. Hope this question hasn't already been asked. But I also noticed I have it posted in the wrong section. If this could get moved, would be appreciated. Thank you

[Whisk_60]

Well guys, i'm still very excited to get playing, but I am stuck in the same situation as yesturday. Can't anyone help me out with this issue, doesnt anyone have the answer behind my question? 50 views! I need some help!:P

[nilbog_]

There's probably a few different ways of resolving this, but I believe the issue is that you don't have administrative permission to save the file.

-Browse to.. C:\Windows\System32 (or your equivalent)
-Right click on notepad.exe
-Select 'Run as Administrator'
-In Notepad, File/Open.. browse to eqhost.txt, make your changes and try to save it with administrative privileges.