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Convert FAT32 to NTFS

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by mwalch111

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Hello:

I wish to convert my partition containing Windows and all other programs to NTFS. Could someone please talk me through this process what I need to do? Also, can I convert my other partition containing all my data files to NTFS format as well? The reason I am doing this is to improve my performance with my machine. I am currently running Windows XP Professional.

Thank you!

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by mr.wiz

To convert a volume to NTFS from the command prompt
Open the Command Prompt window.
In the command prompt window, type
convert drive_letter: /fs:ntfs

For example, typing convert D: /fs:ntfs would format drive D: with the ntfs format.

by gary56789

And yes, you can convert any partition by substituting in the correct letter of the partition in the command.

by dmiles

To change from FAT 32 to NTFS file system for more stability, security and less fragmentation, open the command prompt and type:

Convert C: /FS:NTFS

"C" being the drive you wish to convert. Make sure there is a space between the C: and the foward slash (/). Once you press enter it will ask you for confirmation and press Y. Then press Y and enter once more to reboot.. This also works for windows XP Home.

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