Scan Disk - Win XP pro

[jay]

Thanks VERY MUCH, John.
jay
>-----Original Message-----
>Scan disk is now called chkdsk. Run it from the command
>prompt (start/all programs/accessories/command prompt)
>simply type chkdsk.
>You may get a message saying the disk cannot be checked
>because access to all files cannot be obtained. If this
>happens simply schedule a chkdsk for your next boot up.
>Rebbot your pc and chkdsk will kick in and check your
>disk. I always find defragmenting the drive is better in
>Safe mode because only limited drivers are installed for
>safe mode and so there is less to interfere with the
>dfragment process.
>
>Hope this helps
>
>John Barnett - MVP
>Associate expert
>>-----Original Message-----
>>What is "scan disk" called in XP? And how do I access
>it
>>so I can run it before Defragging?
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