Error code -1407

I'm trying to delete a file off a stick. However I get the following message box:The operation can’t be completed because an unexpected error occurred (error code -1407).


Is there a way round this. please?

iMac (24-inch Early 2008), Mac OS X (10.7.4)

Posted on Jan 22, 2013 4:28 AM

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Jan 22, 2013 4:54 AM in response to Ian Jenkins2

I found my own answer by following the similar threads on the right of the Support screen. These didn't help directly but reminded me that use of the Terminal App in Utilities may be able to help.

I found the follwing solution on a Google search which did the trick:

http://www.ehow.com/how_4530950_delete-terminal-mac-os-x.html


I think you would be best to follow these instructions to the letter (and the exact spacing) as you need to be careful not to inadvertently and irretrievably delete something you want!

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Error code -1407

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