I want to convert my file system from FAT to NTFS so I need to open a command prompt so I can enter the necessary code to accomplish this task.
So, what is the best way to open a command prompt?
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what is the best way to open a command prompt?
Started by razz, Sep 17 2008 10:52 PM
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Posted 17 September 2008 - 11:08 PM
razz, on Sep 17 2008, 10:52 PM, said:
I want to convert my file system from FAT to NTFS so I need to open a command prompt so I can enter the necessary code to accomplish this task.
I've never heard of FAT on its own. FAT16 was Windows 3.1. FAT32 is Win9x/ME. So do you have a dual boot system because I doesn't think you can convert FAT to NTFS straight off.
As CeeCee says just Run: cmd or you should have a short-cut in Accessories.
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Posted 18 September 2008 - 12:03 AM
Keithuk, on Sep 17 2008, 06:08 PM, said:
I've never heard of FAT on its own. FAT16 was Windows 3.1. FAT32 is Win9x/ME. So do you have a dual boot system because I doesn't think you can convert FAT to NTFS straight off.
My file system is FAT 32. I currently have XP Home but my previous OS on the same PC was ME. That is why even though I have XP, my filing system is still FAT 32.
According to the info on this link http://www.ntfs.com/quest3.htm you can convert FAT to NTFS.
