Disk partition converted to RAW format

What is RAW-FILE-SYSTEM?

This critical-severity issue affects the storage drive (SSD/HDD). The disk's file system (NTFS/FAT32) has been corrupted and the system sees it as unformatted (RAW). Data is unavailable. It's most often caused by sudden power failure during write, unfinished formatting or resizing of partition and virus attack on MBR/MFT table. Follow the steps below to fix it.

Common Causes

• Sudden power failure during write
• Unfinished formatting or resizing of partition
• Virus attack on MBR/MFT table

Step-by-Step Fix Guide

• 1
  Do not format the drive if you want to keep the data

  We'd suggest Do not format the drive if you want to keep the data first — it's the fix most often responsible for solving RAW-FILE-SYSTEM outright.

• 2
  Use data recovery software (TestDisk, Recuva) to rescue the

  A second occurrence often means a less common storage instability cause is at play, which later steps address.

• 3
  partition Try CHKDSK repair with /f parameter (can be risky for recovery)

  This step, "partition Try CHKDSK repair with /f parameter (can be risky for recovery)", specifically rules out unfinished formatting or resizing of partition.

Commands & Diagnostics

Frequently Asked Questions