How can I check a Windows XP or Windows Server 2003 volume for errors without taking it offline?
When you run ChkDsk without taking a volume offline, the results are NOT accurate. You can use the Vrfydsk.exe tool to check the integrity and consistency of a specified volume. NOTE: See Windows Server 2003 Resource Kit Tools can be installed on Windows XP. NOTE: Vrfydsk.exe cannot fix any errors it reports. To fix any errors, use ChkDsk.exe… Read More »