0
When you run the Chkdsk command-line utility which switch do you use to automatically fix file system errors?
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
/f
Caution, though, as /f may cause unwanted behavior as it does modify files.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
To make sure the drive is healthy you need to search for and repair file system errors using the Windows?
Chkdsk utility
A technician thinks that the file system on a computer has a problem because Windows XP is reporting data integrity issues Which Windows XP utility will check the file system for errors?
check disk, or chkdsk in the Run menu
Does Utility software include diagnostics that track down and fix disk errors?
Normally yes.In Windows the chkdsk utility is built into the Windows platform and can be run from the command prompt.Use the Windows Search function and search for CMD (a utility program), this will allow you to open and run utilities under a DOS-type shell. Right click on the program, this will give you the option to "Run as Administrator", it will not work unless you do this.Run CMD as Administrator, this brings up a black DOS-type box with a > cursor in it.Type Chkdsk/?This will show you how to use the various parameter of the utility.Normally to fix disk errors you would type CHKDSK/F
What are the difference between dos and chkdsk?
DOS is an operating system. CHKDSK is an application that check the hard drive for errors.
When you want to use Chkdsk to fix the file system errors and the drive is not locked when does Windows schedule the Chkdsk command to run?
The next time windows is restarted.
Why shouldn't you attempt to use other programs while chkdsk is running?
1. For Chkdsk to correct errors on the drive, it needs exclusive use of all files on the drive.
Where can someone learn how to repair a hard drive?
From the website beyourownit, you can learn how to repair your own hard drive. After a hard drive crash or blue screen, you may begin by using a windows utility called Chkdsk which will look for errors and problems in your drive.
What is the difference between Chkdsk and Scandisk commands?
ScanDisk checks for and repairs errors on the hard drive in Windows-based computers. The CHKDSK of today is different than the version from the MS-DOS days, which was similar but is now mostly used for NT and XP systems.
A command fixes file system errors and recovers data from bad sectors?
on windows "chkdsk /r"
Show how to use the CHKDSK command and FIX all problems CHKDSK may find with out user input?
Chkdsk (Chkdsk.exe) is a command-line tool that checks volumes for problems. The tool then tries to repair any that it finds. For example, Chkdsk can repair problems related to bad sectors, lost clusters, cross-linked files, and directory errors. To use Chkdsk, you must log on as an administrator or as a member of the Administrators group. You can also run Chkdsk from My Computer or from Windows Explorer. You also need to repair your windows registry to sppedup your computer.
What command repairs the file system and recovers data from bad sectors?
chkdsk /r Locates bad sectors and recovers readable information. chkdsk /f Fixes errors on the disk. The disk must be locked. If chkdsk cannot lock the drive, a message appears that asks you if you want to check the drive the next time you restart the computer. chkdsk /p Performs an exhaustive check even if the drive is not marked for chkdsk to run. This parameter does not make any changes to the drive.
What are two switches used to fix errors that Chkdsk finds?
/F fixes errors on the disk and /R locates bad sectors and recovers readable information
