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martin

Re: Long file name or directory path problem

Please post a full log file showing the problem.

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mlunch

Long file name or directory path problem

using WinSCP 4.2.3 build 494 on Vista business SP2 fully updated.

I am trying to use SCP to backup my web site using the synchronise files capability. The structure of my site means some directory paths are quite deep.
I have a problem that if I run from the top level directory, during the comparison process SCP stops when it comes to certain files. However, if i run sync from within lower level directories the process executes fine.
I assume this is something to do with length of directory path / file name.
Any tips please?