SET Off right-protect using GPEDIT.MSC

Created by Psalm Joseph Blanco, Modified on Tue, Mar 31 at 1:01 PM by Psalm Joseph Blanco

Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > System > Removable Storage Access

  • On the right pane, scroll and locate the Removable Disks: Deny Write access policy.
  • Double-click on the policy to edit its properties.
  • On the policy properties window, set the radio button to Enabled.
  • Click Apply > OK to save the changes.
  • You can now exit the Local Group Policy Editor.
  • Next, press Windows key + R, type cmd and hit Enter to open Command Prompt.
  • Input the command below and hit Enter.

gpupdate /force

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