mngrl1 wrote:
> bla bla bla bla cluster size just help the poor man out!
>
> dude create 2 ntfs partions 125gb each using disc management then
> open up dos prompt and type
>
> Format (drive letter) say its E: then /v:fat32
>
> so it'll look like this
>
> Format E: /v:fat32
>
> then do your second partion
>
> HOW HARD IS IT GUYS?
Perhaps if mor could see the entire ancient (6+month old) conversation -
your response *might* make some sense?
http://groups.google.com/group/micro...57a5c02ded0311
In any case, I think it was wise to educate someone on what they were
planning on doing and the drawbacks of it. Windows XP will not format
greater than 32GB with FAT32 natively...
Unfortunately - like so many - "Chip" never did return. Nor did the second
poster (Mafils). They may or may not have been helped. Probably will never
know with a post this old.
Limitations of the FAT32 File System in Windows XP
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/314463
Some solutions were given to format GREATER than 32GB with FAT32 formatting.
Here's one:
If you are attempting to format with the native utilities in Windows XP -
and the drive/partition is larger than 32GB - the FAT32 option will not be
available. You are welcome to utilize a third-party utility.
Example:
Format larger than 32GB FAT32 within Windows XP with this utility:
http://www1.mager.org/mkdosfs/
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