Problem Copying AOL Data on New Device- Tips to Fix!

Most of the annoying errors crop while copying AOL data or exporting AOL favourites to new computer or hard drive. These are mainly the system errors that consistently displays messages like,

Error copying files or folder or,

Boot Device not found.

In this post, we’ll look and troubleshoot these above-defined errors.

Troubleshoot Errors Copying AOL data or Exporting AOL favorites to New Device

Following solutions will help you come out of the woods. So, practice them and Setup AOL account on new computer as before!

Ø  FIX Boot Device Not Found Error

Boot Device Not Found

Please Install an Operating System on your Hard Disk

Hard Disk (3F0)

F2 System Diagnostics

Does your computer screen display this message after you install a new drive on your computer? Then, possibly:

1.       The disk is corrupted or dead

2.       System is trying to boot from unbootable disk or device

3.       Master Boot Record has damaged

4.       Some malware has attacked the system.

To fix these issues in one go, restore BIOS settings to default s follows:

1.       Turn off the computer and after 5 seconds re-start it.

2.       As soon, you push the start button, repeatedly press the F12 or F10 key to enter BIOS setup menu.

Note: The functional key differs from system to system.

3.       Now, on BIOS setup screen, select the BIOS setup default setting using arrow keys and select save option.

4.       Next, exit the screen by saving the changes and follow the steps to restart your computer.

You’ll no more see the “Boot Device Not found” error. In case, it persists: Test Hard Drive Using Hardware Diagnostics. To start:

1.       Turn off the system and plug the AC adapter into the computer.

2.       Now, turn on the computer after 5 seconds and press F12 or F2 (according to your device) and enter boot device selection menu.

3.       Select Hardware Diagnostic Option using arrow keys and hit enter.

4.       Next, select Hard Drive from the list and run the Quick Test.

5.       Confirm by pressing the RUN button. When the test completes, the results will be displayed on the screen.

6.       Note the error and consult your certified technicians to help you fix the error.

However, if hard disk passes the test but the error prevails, reseat the hard drive by opening your system. If you’re a tech-savvy, you can do it yourself. Otherwise, feel free to contact the experts and let them adjust your system components.

Once it is done, your computer will start normally and you can continue performing Download AOL Desktop Gold.

Ø  FIX Error Copying Files or Folder Issue

To right away fix the error, try the following solution.

Remove Write Protection

Using Windows registry editor, remove the write protection as instructed below:

1.       Open run window by pressing Win+R on the keyboard. Next, type “Regedit”  and hit ENTER.

2.       If you get UAC prompt, click Yes button.

3.       Next, you’ll see a Registry Editor on the left. Here, navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\Current Control Set\Control

4.       Then, locate Storage device policies and right click in empty space.

5.       Select New and DWORD Value (32 bit) from the list and change it to Write Protect.

6.       Finally, double-click the Write Protect key and type 0 in the box and click OK.

Now, you can easily Copy AOL Data or export AOL favorites to your new computer.

Hope these solutions, help you fix errors that occur while copying or exporting AOL data. In case, the problem persists, follow a simple guide to Set Up AOL Account and Copy AOL data on New Computer from the beginning.