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Take ownership (ACL's) - Windows 10

This manual is meant for administrators of a domain with a 1A-server. It explains how you can take ownership of files and folders in shares. Taking ownership allows you to correct permissions in case you have been excluded from access.

Requirements

To complete this manual, you will need:

  • A computer connected to your 1A-server
  • Your username and password
  • The permissions of a 1A-manager

Steps

1
Change owner
  • Right-click the folder for which you want to change the ownership
  • Click Properties
Change owner
2
Edit security properties
  • Click tab Security
  • Click Advanced
Edit security properties
3
Change owner
  • Click Change
  • Click Advanced on the new window
Change owner
4
Select new owner (1)
  • Click Find Now
  • Select the new owner from the Search results
  • Click OK
Select new owner (1)
5
Select new owner (2)
  • You have returned to the selection screen
  • Click OK
Select new owner (2)
6
Confirm new owner
  • You have returned to Advanced Security Settings
  • Check 'Replace owner on subcontainers and objects'
  • Click Apply
Confirm new owner
7
Windows Security
  • If group policies are not appointed, there will be a warning from Windows Security.
  • Click OK
Windows Security
8
Finishing up (1)
  • Click OK
Finishing up (1)
9
Edit permissions
10
Finishing up (2)
  • Click OK
Finishing up (2)