Windows - Running Check Disk

Issue/Question

  • How do I see if my Windows Hard Drive works?
  • How do I run Windows CheckDisk?

Environment

  • Windows
  • Check Disk

Resolution

  1. Open up an Administrator command prompt.
  2. Type in "CD\".
    • this will take you to the Root of the drive
  3. Type in "chkdsk /v".
  4.  When finished close the command prompt.

Assistance

For assistance, contact the Service Desk.