My Windows files aren't reachable anymore?
My Windows files aren't reachable anymore?
My Windows 10 experienced issues during an update, and I've been using an Ubuntu Live USB to keep working. I've managed to access my files until now, but recently it's stopped responding. The error message appears after a few attempts, and it keeps showing up. I searched online for help, but nothing seems to work. I'm not very comfortable with Linux commands, except for turning off the touch screen on my laptop. Can you help me understand what might be going on?
Your files remain intact, but Linux isn’t recognizing them because the file location database is damaged. You should be able to run a filesystem check via the Advanced Startup options on the restore USB.
It seems the optimal choice would be to eliminate the HD, replace it with an SSD, and set up Linux as intended. My choice leans toward Mint, though Ubuntu works too. Purchase a SATA to USB adapter, connect the drive externally via the cable, transfer all files and folders over. Store the removed disk on a shelf for safety. The sound of the old drive suggests it might be unstable.
Usually you can make Linux force-mount the drive. If Windows fast startup is turned on or disk checks are enabled, Linux won’t mount it unless you override it. You can also use a Linux command to scan and repair NTFS drives. Another choice is to mount the drive as read-only. The method varies by distribution, but this problem is common, so looking for examples in Mint or Ubuntu should help.
Open the terminal and run the following command: sudo mount -t ntfs-3g /dev/sda5 /media/ubuntu/Windows8_OS. If errors occur, note them here. To verify the filesystem health, use ntfsprogs which comes with the Linux distribution; it can perform a disk check. Execute: sudo ntfsfix /dev/sda5. Let me know if you need further assistance!
It seems HD storage is becoming less common. While the advice isn't great, I recommend copying a backup of your drive from https://www.maketecheasier.com/clone-ent...rive-linux and then testing access without restarting it for extra safety.