PC problem #2

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When ever I defrag my c: drive, there are still 6 or 7 gigs of files that are not fixed. These are all .chk files

with names like /File00001. Each file is 1.1 or 1.2 gigibytes. I have searched the registry,hidden files ,

and every folder on the drive. Where are they so I can get rid of the damn things.

[+Erik 1,812]

Looks to me like chkdsk has been run on that drive hence the .chk files.

 

Windows stores these files on the root of the drive so if you're trying to view / find them make sure you have the ability to view hidden system files if you're using the explorer GUI, otherwise they are visible at the command shell. Here's the blurb from Microsoft and a link that you can use to read up on the chkdsk application.

 

• Fixing disk errors

 

Chkdsk corrects disk errors only if you specify the /f command-line option. Chkdsk must be able to lock the drive to correct errors. Because repairs usually change a disk's file allocation table and sometimes cause a loss of data, chkdsk sends a confirmation message similar to the following:

 

10 lost allocation units found in 3 chains.

 

Convert lost chains to files?

 

If you press Y, Windows saves each lost chain in the root directory as a file with a name in the format Filennnn.chk. When chkdsk finishes, you can check these files to see if they contain any data you need. If you press N, Windows fixes the disk, but it does not save the contents of the lost allocation units.

 

Microsoft Support Documentation

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Thank you sir. I re-checked the settings for viewing sys files and found that there was still a check mark there. It is amazing to me how simple it is to screw up something when you think you know what you are

doing. Needless to say, I now have lots of room for WOE. Thanks again.