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    unable to run chkdsk

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by C E Jones, Apr 4, 2009.

  1. C E Jones

    C E Jones Notebook Consultant

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    When I try to run both chkdsk /f and chkdsk /r I get the following error message: "Chkdsk cannot run because the volume is in use by another process." I'm able to run the read-only version, but not the /f and /r. I close all applications before trying to run it and beyond that I don't know what to do. Is there any way I can find out what process is causing the problem, or do I have to try shutting them all down one-by-one by trial and error? Thanks for any advice.

    -cej
     
    C E Jones, Apr 4, 2009
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    namaiki "basically rocks" Super Moderator

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    "Would you like to schedule this volume to be checked the next time the system restarts? (Y/N)"

    type y and then press enter and then restart your computer.

    Windows is running on c drive and therefore c drive at least is in use.
     
    namaiki, Apr 4, 2009
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  3. C E Jones

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    Thanks namaiki, will do that :D
     
    C E Jones, Apr 5, 2009
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