This document discusses an issue where Windows 10 is unable to properly format or repair a 64GB microSD card, even though it claims the tasks were completed successfully. The user has tried scanning, repairing, and formatting the card from different computers and using third-party software, but the data remains accessible and the card cannot be properly wiped. Suggested solutions like using chkdsk from the command prompt did not resolve the issue. The microSD card may be permanently corrupted.
This document discusses an issue where Windows 10 is unable to properly format or repair a 64GB microSD card, even though it claims the tasks were completed successfully. The user has tried scanning, repairing, and formatting the card from different computers and using third-party software, but the data remains accessible and the card cannot be properly wiped. Suggested solutions like using chkdsk from the command prompt did not resolve the issue. The microSD card may be permanently corrupted.
This document discusses an issue where Windows 10 is unable to properly format or repair a 64GB microSD card, even though it claims the tasks were completed successfully. The user has tried scanning, repairing, and formatting the card from different computers and using third-party software, but the data remains accessible and the card cannot be properly wiped. Suggested solutions like using chkdsk from the command prompt did not resolve the issue. The microSD card may be permanently corrupted.
This document discusses an issue where Windows 10 is unable to properly format or repair a 64GB microSD card, even though it claims the tasks were completed successfully. The user has tried scanning, repairing, and formatting the card from different computers and using third-party software, but the data remains accessible and the card cannot be properly wiped. Suggested solutions like using chkdsk from the command prompt did not resolve the issue. The microSD card may be permanently corrupted.
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Windows 10 can't repair microSD card, even though it Last updated December 8, 2023 says it did. Views 10,308 I have a 64gb microSD card that I've used in the past, and when I went to use it again, Windows says there's a problem with the disk and to scan & fix it (the usual error for removing something Applies to: from a USB drive without ejecting it from Windows first). When I select that option, it says that it can't be used because there are errors on the drive. When I click on repair, it scans it and says Windows / Windows 10 / there are no errors, which is followed by ANOTHER window saying it can't be used because there Devices and drivers are errors and to fix it.....over and over until I just select cancel. You’re invited to So, I'm not supposed to be able to write/copy data on a damaged drive, but I actually still CAN. It try Microsoft 365 works perfectly on the PC (except for the errors when I insert it), but I only want to use it in the for free Nintendo Switch, which can't access it to format there. When trying to format it on Windows 10 using the default exFAT setting, it says Windows can't complete the format. When I select the Unlock now NTFS option, it says that it's been formatted....
...However, it WASN'T formatted! All of the data is still there (I tried 2 micro-SD adapters, and made sure neither was set to write protect). I've tried scanning, repairing, and formatting it from the command prompt (both normal & Admin), and also in Disk Manager (which says the disk is healthy), but with no luck. I've also tried doing all of this on another Windows 10 computer, with the same results. Also, I made sure that all of the USB drivers are updated.
Any ideas on how to fix this broken card that isn't broken? I almost got a headache from trying to explain all of this! :)
I'm using Windows 10 Pro, 1803 update.
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Mark Isi Microsoft Agent | Moderator Replied on July 24, 2018
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Hi ZeistIsBad,
Since you've mentioned that you already tried your SD card to another PC and still gets the same issue, it could be possible that some part of your SD card got corrupted that prevents it from getting formatted. As far as Windows can go in repairing your SD card, I suggest that you perform chkdsk and see if it helps. Here's how:
1. Insert your SD card.
2. On the Cortana search box, type cmd. 3. Right click and select Run as administrator. 4. On the command window, type chkdsk <space> <drive letter of your SD card and colon> /f (example: chkdsk d: /f) 5. Hit the enter key.
Note: this step could erase some, if not, all the data stored on your SD card.
Windows will then scan your SD card and attempt to fix any corruption. If the issue persists after using the chkdsk command, then you'll have to check a third party program or app that could repair corrupted SD cards. You might also want to contact the manufacturer support for further assistance with your SD card as well.
Please respond to this thread to let me know how the issue progresses. Similarly, if you have more questions, please inform me by replying to this post.
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ZeistIsBad Replied on July 24, 2018
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Using chkdsk from cmd still says that there's nothing wrong with the disk. I tried using 2 third-party formatting/fixing programs, and both said they successfully formated it. However, when I checked the drive when they were done, every single file was still on it, and still accessible. It apparently can't be formatted or fixed, even though it says it has been. Also, checking with SanDisk themselves was no help.
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RAJU.MSC.MATHEMATICS Volunteer Moderator | Article Author Replied on July 25, 2018
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insert the micro sd card in the mobile phone do format
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