"There is a problem accessing \\localhost\C$"

Question

Hello,

I somehow wiped out user data from Chrome and I've been trying to find a way to get it back (bookmarks, history, stored email info, etc). After some researching, I discovered that Windows stores restore points for Chrome in $USER$\AppData\Local\Google
and I can access them through Properties->Previous Versions. I successfully recovered my bookmarks file, but I haven't had any luck restoring the entire folder. It always gives me a "Network Error" window stating "There is a problem accessing \localhost\C$", "Make sure you are connected to the network and try again." I don't have any network drives, local disk C is where most everything is. I've tried checking permissions and ownership of both the folder and the restore file but everything looks in order. I am Admin and the only user on the computer.

Can someone help me with this error? I haven't found any help elsewhere.

Thanks

Answer 1

Hello,

Thank you for keeping us updated on the status of the issue and apology for the delayed response.

I would suggest you to perform System File Check to fix the corrupted system files and then check if this fixes the issue.

For reference:

Use the System File Checker tool to repair missing or corrupted system files

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833

Please reply with the results, in order to help you fix the issue.

Thank you

Answer 2

The problem I'm having is with the "restore" feature of Windows, which is not working properly. It is not specific to Chrome - this could be happening with any folder. It just happens to be the Chrome folder that I want to restore.

I have already exhausted all help from Chrome and now know that all my data is gone from their servers. The only trace of my bookmarks, saved passwords, etc. is a 2-day-old backup in Windows Restore. That's why I'm here asking for help.

I'm about to quit trying to restore Chrome, but I would still like to know why I'm getting this error in case it happens when I try to restore something more important.

A "Network Error" window appears stating "There is a problem accessing \localhost\C$" when restoring a folder using "previous versions" method.

Thanks for any help.

Answer 3

Hello,

Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

The issue you posted would be better suited in the Google Chrome support.

Please visit the link below to find a community that will offer the support you request:

Google Chrome Support

Hope the information helps. Let us know if you need further assistance with Windows related issues. We will be happy to help.

Thank you