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Windows Cannot Run Disk Checking on This Volume [Fix]
Quick ways to fix this annoying disk error
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Windows could not run disk checking on this volume becauseit is awrite-protected error generally occurring when a book or the drive is damaged, corrupted, or in Read-Only mode. This implies that you can access the files stored in the drive but cannot make any changes.
This guide will help you fix this disk error with five simple troubleshooting steps.
Why can’t Windows run disk checking on this volume?
CHKDSK, the command-line utility, is used to check errors on a disk drive and possibly repair them. If any of the drives that you scanned comes with the CHKDSK write-protected error, these could be the reasons:
Now that we know the situation, let us move on to the fixes.
What can I do if Windows cannot run disk checking on this volume?
1. Remove disk errors
chkdsk E:/f/r/x
Note:E represents the drive letter; change it accordingly.
2. Remove Write Protection via Diskpart Command
3. Modify Read-Only settings in Registry Editor
4. Scan your drive
5. Format the volume via Disk Management to make it reusable
Note:Ensure there is a checkmark beside Perform a quick format.
So, these are fixes you can perform if you encounterWindows cannot run disk checkingon this volume because it is write-protected.
Let us know if any other solutions not mentioned here worked for you in the comments section.
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Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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