Is offline files required for Folder Redirection?

What happens if I disable offline files?

What happens if I disable offline files? It won't wipe the data cached on the local disk, but nor will that data be visible anymore, which is still something of an issue, because if it hasn't sync'd more recent content from the cache up to the server, then you've still effectively “lost” it.

What is Folder Redirection Offline files?

Folder Redirection and Offline Files are used together to redirect the path of local folders (such as the Documents folder) to a network location, while caching the contents locally for increased speed and availability. Roaming User Profiles is used to redirect a user profile to a network location.

How do I disable offline files for redirected folders?

In the console tree, under User Configuration, expand Policies, expand Administrative Templates, expand System, and expand Folder Redirection. Right-click Do not automatically make specific redirected folders available offline and then select Edit.

What permissions are needed for Folder Redirection?

Use the following settings for NTFS Permissions: CREATOR OWNER - Full Control (Apply onto: Subfolders and Files Only) System - Full Control (Apply onto: This Folder, Subfolders, and Files) Domain Admins - Full Control (Apply onto: This Folder, Subfolders, and Files)