Converting FAT32 to NTFS

[EPT]

I have a PC with Win XP Pro that was formatted to FAT32. I would like to convert to NTFS and have read the KB article on how to do this using convert.exe. I have Office XP Pro installed as well as some other software and many files. Am I safe in doing the conversion, anything to watch out for, suggestions. Many thanks in advance.
Ed

 

[wolluf]

Normally works with no problems

 

[Mattb7]

Like Wolluf said, you shouldn't have any problems, but you should back up all your files first just in case.

 

[Snickle]

Keep in mind that FAT32 to NTFS is a one-way street, no going back with anything MS has to offer.

 

[BoulderBum]

You should also know (if you don't already) that older versions of Windows, and many versions of Linux won't be able to see files on NTFS partitions. I had to run chkdsk before my FAT32 partition would convert to NTFS.

 

[smah]

It might not be a bad idea to defrag first also.

 

[bigzeo69]

Start-Run- type--cmd -hit enter

In the command Window type-- convert c: /fs:ntfs

it will ask you a question, just hit Y then enter, you will need to restart your OS before it will do the conversion.

 

[Royt]

Another thing to think about. When converting from FAT32 to NTFS the cluster size is set to 2k and I don't think even Partition Magic can change this value. You have to format the partition to change it, when the default is 4k

Roy

 

[EPT]

Roy,
In reading about this subject, I thought I read somewhere that there was a utility to change the cluster size. I'll have to see if I can find it again.
Ed