Author Topic: Converting from Fat32 to NTFS (Read 442 times)

WizOfClay · « **on:** November 03, 2001, 09:37:00 AM »

Hey all,

I am currently using Win2K Pro but using Fat32... I want to start using NTFS but I don't want to re-format my HD and re-install just yet yes I know re-installing as NTFS is better but no time to do it in the near future... If I use the Convert C:/Fs:ntfs command, will it delete any of my files and will AH still run?

Thanks in advance,

[ 11-03-2001: Message edited by: WizOfClay ]

Lephturn · « **Reply #1 on:** November 03, 2001, 03:13:00 PM »

convert will simply convert the file system. It will not harm any of your files, and yes AH will still run.

Of course it's always a good idea to back up your machine first if you can, but I've never had convert cause me any problems.

Gunthr · « **Reply #2 on:** November 03, 2001, 04:01:00 PM »

Remember, once you change to NTFS, you will not be able to go back to FAT32 unless you reformat. Personally, I haven't seen any downside to NTFS so far, so it may be moot.

qts · « **Reply #3 on:** November 04, 2001, 04:03:00 AM »

Using Convert will not lose any files. The only downsides to NTFS are that you can no longer read the disk from Win 9x (not really an issue) or from a boot floppy.