How do I get permission to open a copy I made of my PST file?

[5.15Dreams]

I made a copy of my PST file before reformating my HD.
I installed a newer version of Office on the clean drive.
Now Outlook tells me I don't have permission to open the old PST file.
I need my Contacts and old emails!

 

[Milly Staples [MVP - Outlook]]

Is it on a CD? If yes, copy the file to your local hard drive and remove
the read-only check mark. In Outlook, use File->Open. Do NOT import.

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Milly Staples [MVP - Outlook]

Post all replies to the group to keep the discussion intact. Due to
the (insert latest virus name here) virus, all mail sent to my personal
account will be deleted without reading.

After searching google.groups.com and finding no answer, 5.15Dreams asked:

| I made a copy of my PST file before reformating my HD.
| I installed a newer version of Office on the clean drive.
| Now Outlook tells me I don't have permission to open the old PST file.
| I need my Contacts and old emails!