Emergency Management Database

FAQ

How do I copy the Resource Directory from one machine to another?

The Resource Directory consists of a database (.MDB) file and document files. Typically the database file will be named "EMD.MDB" unless you create a difference one. The documents associated with this database will be in a directory named "EMD Documents." Assuming the default file names and locations are used, the following steps can be used to copy files between machines.

  1. Open Windows Explorer and navigate to the "C:\Program Files\Emergency Management Database\Data" directory.
  2. In the right pane will be the file "EMD.MDB" and the folder "EMD Documents."
  3. Click on "EMD.MDB" then hold down the Crtl key and click on "EMD Documents." This will highlight both entries at the same time.
  4. Then simply right click on one of them and select the "Send To" open on the menu that appears.
  5. Select "3 1/2 Floppy A:" or "CD-RW Drive." These files may be too large to fit on a floppy. A CD may be required.

On the destination machine:

  1. Open Windows Explorer and ensure that the "C:\Program Files\Emergency Management Database\Data" directory is visible within the left pane.
  2. Insert the disk with the files and click on the disk's icon "C:\Program Files\Emergency Management Database\Data directory.
  3. If these files already exist, you will be asked to overwrite the existing files. Overwriting will cause any existing records to be replace with the ones being copied.

Does the program run on Windows Vista?

Yes. However, Windows Vista has new system security restrictions - data can no longer reside in the Program Files directory. A new version has been released to relocate user data to a different directory. Existing versions can simply move the data file to an unrestricted location. Contact the author if assistance is needed.