If you have ever had to move files from one server to another (or even computer to computer).... you NEED to use ROBOCOPY. It is a built in Windows tool, simple to use and way faster than "drag and drop". I originally asked the above question on SpiceWorks and wanted to share what I found out (and worked). You can read the full responses here.
Summary...
Move files with permissions:
ROBOCOPY "\\servername\sharelocation" "\\newservername\newsharelocation" /MIR /SEC
- the /SEC switch retains NTFS perms.
- I have used the above command now MANY times with 100% success.
GSCopy Pro v6.0 (RoboCopy Alternative) with Open File Agent
GSCopyPro is a single command-line tool (CLI) that can copy, replicate and move files from one folder to another. This folder can be on the same machine/ server or another server elsewhere. What makes GSCopyPro stand out from other competitors is the fact it works on 32-bit as well as 64-bit systems and has no restrictions. It can easily be scheduled to run as a scheduled task and fully automated. GSCopyPro also comes with an open file agent which can copy files that are locked/ opened by other processes. This feature is supported in all windows versions from widows XP/ 2003 and later.
Go To:>> http://www.gurusquad.com/GSCOPYPRO
use robocopy