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SUMMARYBy default, Windows NT Setup preserves the existing file system. Moreover, it is not possible to convert an existing partition from the Windows NT file system (NTFS) to a file allocation table (FAT) file system. However, it is possible to automate the process of converting a FAT partition to NTFS during an unattended installation or by using Computer Profile Setup. MORE INFORMATIONUnattended SetupThis method uses WINNT.EXE or WINNT32.EXE with the /U switch and an answer file. To make the necessary modifications:WARNING: Modification of INF files can cause serious, system-wide problems before and after Setup and may require you to reinstall Windows NT to correct them. Microsoft cannot guarantee that any problems resulting from the modification of INF files can be solved. Make INF modifications at your own risk.
Computer Profile SetupInclude "-f:n" on the UPLODPRF.EXE command line.For complete syntax, type UPLODPRF.EXE /?. Additional query words: prodnt filesystem cps
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