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Problems with Scan Disc - Defragmentation
I have updated Windows, but I am still having problems
when I attempt to run scan disc and attempt to de-frag. There appears to be something "blocking" the process because it just runs and runs without ever completing the process of either completing the "scanning disc" and it will not "de-frag". I have attempted to run NortonsSystemsWorks and there does not appear to be any errors with WinDoctor but the there is obviously a problem with DiscDoctor since it will not complete, and there is an error when running the defragmentation and it will not complete. I am using the Windows 98 operating system. Does anyone have any ideas? David |
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Problems with Scan Disc - Defragmentation
Hi David,
Here are a few tips to consider when running Scandisk and Defrag. 1. Restart to the Command Prompt and do a thorough Scandisk on the drive first and repair any errors. Restart the computer. Hold down the CTRL key while the system is booting. This will take you to the Boot Menu then select Command Prompt Only. Run Scandisk on the drive from there by typing SCANDISK then press enter and let it perform a surface scan. 2. Close all running programs using Close Programs (Ctrl + Alt + Del) except Explorer. 3. Turn off screen savers and any power management 4. Delete Temp files and Temporary Internet Files 5. Empty the Recycle Bin 6. Do a virus scan with up to date virus software Free offer: eTrust EZ Armor Security Suite from Computer Associates http://www.my-etrust.com/microsoft/index.cfm 7. Disable PC-Cillin if installed 8. Turn off and disconnect DSL/Cable Modem 9. Run Ad-aware to remove any possible spyware http://www.lavasoftusa.com/ Note: Defragging in Safe Mode is another option. For more information on the subject check the links below: List of Articles About the Disk Defragmenter Tool: http://support.microsoft.com/support.../q286/2/63.asp -- Regards, Bert Kinney [MS-MVP DTS] http://dts-l.org/ How to Configure Outlook Express for Internet News: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?kbid=171164 "David" wrote I have updated Windows, but I am still having problems when I attempt to run scan disc and attempt to de-frag. There appears to be something "blocking" the process because it just runs and runs without ever completing the process of either completing the "scanning disc" and it will not "de-frag". I have attempted to run NortonsSystemsWorks and there does not appear to be any errors with WinDoctor but the there is obviously a problem with DiscDoctor since it will not complete, and there is an error when running the defragmentation and it will not complete. I am using the Windows 98 operating system. Does anyone have any ideas? David |
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Problems with Scan Disc - Defragmentation
David,
The fastest snd best way to avoid the problems that you have described are to run "scanning disc" and "de-frag" in safe mode. To run Window 98 in safe mode, just restart your computer and hold down the control key. For additional information on safe mode, you can refer to the Microsoft KB. Regards, Paul Spinn -----Original Message----- I have updated Windows, but I am still having problems when I attempt to run scan disc and attempt to de-frag. There appears to be something "blocking" the process because it just runs and runs without ever completing the process of either completing the "scanning disc" and it will not "de-frag". I have attempted to run NortonsSystemsWorks and there does not appear to be any errors with WinDoctor but the there is obviously a problem with DiscDoctor since it will not complete, and there is an error when running the defragmentation and it will not complete. I am using the Windows 98 operating system. Does anyone have any ideas? David . |
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