I cant rename files in xp

I have video files I want to rename but everytime I try to I get an error message that says changing the name of the file extension may damage the file

If you want to rename that media file then you can ignore that alert.

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    Hi!
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    Rename a file or folder on a Windows CE device is not working from Windows 8 when connected through Windows Mobile Device Center.
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    This has been a problem for a very long time now, and im not alone according to all forums.
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  • Get renamed file new name

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  • Deleting & renaming files - is there a shortcut to finder?

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