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Message: The $backup_foxhound1.bat file looked for a path specification in the FOXHOUND1 environment variable and it was empty.
Explanation: You may see the following error message if you are using the Task Scheduler on Windows Vista or Windows 7 to
backup the Foxhound database using the technique described here:
(see How do I backup my Foxhound database on a regular basis?
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*** ERROR ********************************************************
*** The $backup_foxhound1.bat file looked for a path specification
*** in the FOXHOUND1 environment variable and it was empty.
*** Try rebooting and running $backup_foxhound1.bat again,
*** then contact Breck.Carter@gmail.com
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Here's when the problem might occur: After reinstalling Foxhound or installing a new build using
the technique described here,
the FOXHOUND1 environment variable may no longer be visible to the scheduled backup task.
Here's a workaround: Reboot the computer after installing a new version of Foxhound.
See also...
How do I backup my Foxhound database on a regular basis?
How do I install a new version of Foxhound?
How do I reinstall Foxhound?
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