Why is Robocopy Behavior Inconsistent Between Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012?

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Asked By TechieNerd88 On

I've created a script that utilizes Robocopy, and I'm encountering an issue with its behavior on different systems. Here's the command I'm using: `robocopy E: F: /E /FP /NS /NP /NJH /NJS /MT:16`. When I run this command on my Windows 10 machine, the `/NP` (No Progress) switch works as expected, and I only see the file paths and statuses like 'New File' or '*EXTRA file.' However, when I run the same command on my Windows Server 2012, it shows the progress as a percentage for each file. This is really confusing since it's messing up my log file, which I need to parse accurately. Is this a known issue?

2 Answers

Answered By ScriptWizard71 On

Have you checked if both versions of Robocopy are the same? Sometimes, different versions can behave differently, especially if the server has a newer calculation method for progress reporting.

FileMaster3000 -

No, they're not the same version. I'm curious about how compatible the newer Robocopy is with older systems. I'm hesitant to try it since I don't want to run into silent issues later. I wonder if Robocopy 10.0 is fully supported on Windows Server 2012.

Answered By ForumJester42 On

Haha, Windows 10 to Server 2012 and Robocopy issues? That's a fun topic! If only the issues were as entertaining as the debates about Broadcom pricing and its 'never-ending saga.'

CopyCat99 -

Right?! Broadcom always seems to be the punchline. But hey, at least we can bond over these quirky tech struggles!

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