Volume Shadow Copy Service (Windows only)


FreeFileSync supports copying locked or shared files by creating a Volume Shadow Copy of the source drive. To enable this feature go to Menu -> Advanced -> Global settings: Copy locked files.



Troubleshooting

If you experience problems using the Volume Shadow Copy Service a renewal of registration might help. Create and execute a *.cmd batch file with the follow content or enter directly via commandline:


(Reference: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/940032)