Windows 10: File system:NTFS

When I multiple select files and right click in file explorer, the file explorer close up, May I know what is the cause?

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NTFS file system error while booting

Hi,

I've been having issues with an NTFS file system error for the past day or so. The error has occurred continuously during the start-up.

• Automatic repair is unable to repair the pc.
• Resetting the PC just takes me back to the Troubleshoot menu with no apparent changes.
• Choosing to go back to a previous version gives me the rror message that "we ran into a problem and won't be able to take you back to a previous version of windows.
• Choosing Startup Repair gets the same issue as Automatic Repair.
• I've gone into Command Prompt and run chkdsk, likewise sfc scannow.
• Attempting to Boot into Safe Mode just results in another NTFS file system error.
• And unsurprisingly, I did not make a restore point before all this happened, which I know was quite stupid.

Any suggestions on what can be done at this point? I'm running Windows 10 on a Lenovo Thinkpad.

 

Getting a "The file is too large for the destination file system" error on a NTFS external HD

Hi

Welcome to Microsoft community.

If you're encountering the "The file is too large for the destination file system" error on an external hard drive that is already formatted with NTFS, it's possible that there may be other issues at play. Here are some steps to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue:

1. Check Available Space: Ensure that your NTFS-formatted external hard drive has sufficient free space to accommodate the file you're trying to copy. NTFS theoretically supports very large files, but the actual available space on the drive could be a limiting factor.
   
2. File System Corruption: Although NTFS is a robust file system, it's not immune to corruption. Run a disk check utility to scan and repair any potential file system issues. Here's how to do it:
   
   • Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
     
   • Type (replace "X" with the drive letter of your external hard drive) and press Enter. chkdsk /f X:
     
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to schedule a disk check at the next system restart.
     
   • Restart your computer to allow the check to run.
     
3. Check for Disk Errors: Use the built-in Windows utility to check the disk for errors:
   
   • Right-click the drive in File Explorer.
     
   • Select "Properties."
     
   • Go to the "Tools" tab.
     
   • Under "Error checking," click "Check."
     
4. Defragment the Drive: If your external hard drive is heavily fragmented, it might affect its ability to store large files efficiently. You can defragment the drive to optimize its performance:
   
   • Right-click the drive in File Explorer.
     
   • Select "Properties."
     
   • Go to the "Tools" tab.
     
   • Under "Optimize and defragment drive," click "Optimize."
     
5. Check File Attributes: Ensure that the file you're trying to copy doesn't have any unusual attributes or permissions that might prevent it from being copied. Right-click the file, select "Properties," and review the file's attributes.
   
6. Use a Different USB Port or Cable: Sometimes, hardware issues can lead to file transfer problems. Try using a different USB port or cable to connect your external hard drive.
   
7. Test with a Different File: Try copying a different large file to the external hard drive to see if the issue is specific to that particular file.
   
8. Backup and Reformat: If none of the above steps work, you may need to back up the data on the external hard drive, reformat it, and then copy your files back to it. This process can help refresh the file system and resolve any underlying issues.
   
9. Check for Hidden or System Files: Make sure you're not trying to copy any hidden or system files that could be restricted.
   

If none of these steps resolve the issue, and you continue to encounter the error, it's possible that there might be a hardware problem with your external hard drive. In such cases, consider contacting the drive's manufacturer for further assistance or replacing the drive if it's under warranty.

Please feel free to let me know if you have any further updates. Thanks.

Best regards

Derrick Qian | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

 

Fat/ntfs??

FAT= File Allocation Tables
NTFS= New Type File System or New Technology File System

FAT, as the name suggests, uses file allocation tables to tell the computer where to find specific files. This is generally a large file, outside of the partition, and cannot be seen by the user, only the OS. FAT came in 3 types: FAT, FAT16, and FAT32. FAT used 8-bit allocation tables, FAT16 used 16-bit tables, and FAT32 used 32-bit tables. The 8-bit table was extremely large, using up about 1/25 of the file system (I.E. if the partition was 100GB, the table would be about 4GB, so effectively after the FAT format of a 100GB drive you had 96GB usable). The FAT16 table was half that size (1/50), and smaller yet was the FAT32 table (1/100). Also, when using a FAT file system, you cannot create files larger than 4GB, no matter what file type it is. This creates complications when trying to install large programs, such as Photoshop or F.E.A.R.

NTFS uses no tables, only a TEMP directory and cache located within the OS itself. This makes searching and loading times faster compared to FAT, as the drive head in the HDD does not need to constantly move to the beginning of the drive to examine the table and then back to the OS sectors to find the file its searching for. NTFS's TEMP directory and cache are also significantly smaller than FAT32's tables, usually about 1/5 the size. NTFS was first implemented in Server 2000, and then mainstream in Windows XP.

I hope that answers your question.