Re: Help! :< need to recover two files with Invalid path syntax/Sys Error $040

[hurry@imap2.asu.edu]

On Wed, 19 Feb 1997 15:23:39 GMT, David Goble wrote:
> Hi All;

> 	I just found two files that give an Invalid path syntax/ System Error
> $040.

> 	an AppleWorks IIGs file with a name of "12th.court.case"

> 	and a teach file with a name of "Davis Fund"

> 	Now I know that these are invalid file names and why, but how do I
> recover these files, what do I need in software and where can I get
> it?

     The way to prevent problems with illegal filenames under ProDOS is 
to obtain a patch utility called "Quick Fix."  It is normally distributed 
as part of the "2qwk!" package.  It patches ProDOS 2.0.3 and several 
other programs so that they will accept just about anything as a 
filename.  This is handy if you download from non-Apple platforms 
frequently.  The program is remarkably problem-free with the exception of 
the BASIC.SYSTEM patch.  What I'd do is get the patch from one of the 
many FTP sights such as "ground.isca.uiowa.edu" (you may need to download 
the entire 2qwk! package to find it) and use the patcher to patch a copy 
of ProDOS.  Next, I'd rename the files for compatibility (using the 
patched system.)  I'd say always boot a patched ProDOS so you can avoid 
this issue.

     Be sure to read the Quick Fix documentation as it explains the 
rather cryptic interface of the program.  If you need more info about the 
problem with BASIC.SYSTEM, I can send it via e-mail or you could search 
DejaNews for it.

--
Adam Myrow