Re: Blue screen on bootup

From: Wesley Vogel (123WVogel955_at_comcast.net)
Date: 02/23/04


Date: Mon, 23 Feb 2004 21:01:09 GMT

Mikey;

Your message does not have to do with the type of
file system you have.

CheckDisk can run automatically on boot with FAT32
or NTFS.

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Disable or Enable CheckDisk Upon Boot (Line 82)
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/xp_tweaks.htm
You want Disable CheckDisk Upon Boot
http://www.kellys-korner-xp.com/regs_edits/disablecheckdisk.reg
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How to Convert FAT Disks to NTFS
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/pro/using/itpro/managing/convertfat.asp
HOW TO: Convert a FAT16 or FAT32 Volume to NTFS in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;307881
NTFS vs. FAT: Which Is Right for You?
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/columns/russel/october01.asp
Choosing Between FAT and NTFS
http://www.microsoft.com/technet/archive/default.asp?url=/technet/archive/ittasks/deploy/fat.asp
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Hope this helps.  Let us know.
Wes
In news:14ba001c3f9b5$bf6ffc50$a401280a@phx.gbl,
Mikey <anonymous@discussions.microsoft.com>  hunted and pecked:
> Message reads "Checking file system on D:  the type of
> the file system is FAT32"
>
> What causes it, and how do I get rid of it?  I see
> several references to being able to change the file
> system to NTFS, but nowhere do I see how.  I will soon
> install an 80Gb USB2.0 drive, so will need NTSF.  Where
> is the conversion instruction, please?


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