I can't access this log file for some reason. This is what I have tried so far:
- run prompt: C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log
- notepad: C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log
- elevated cmd: C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log
- notepad++
Microsoft Windows [Version 6.0.6002]
Copyright (c) 2006 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
C:\Windows\system32>C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log
Access is denied.
C:\Windows\system32>
What am I missing? How do I access this file?
I am trying to view this log as part of a system file checker operation. It has found corrupted files and it clearly indicated that I can find the log in this location.
Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired
them. Details are included in the CBS.Log windir\Logs\CBS\CBS.log. For
example C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\CBS.log
But for some unfounded reason Windows doesn't allow me to view this file. Why?…
Best Answer
You must run the tools elevated (as admin) to open the file:
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/How-do-I-run-an-application-once-with-a-full-administrator-access-token
You can also copy the file to your desktop and open it there.