Error Checking File System 712 (0x2C8): Fix it With 4 Steps

Scanning your disk for errors can sometimes help with this problem

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ERROR_CHECKING_FILE_SYSTEM comes with the following message 712 (0x2C8) Checking file system on %wZ, indicating that Windows is scanning your drive for errors. This can sometimes be a problem, so let’s see how we can fix it.

How can I fix ERROR_CHECKING_FILE_SYSTEM?

1. Run the chkdsk scan

  1. Press the Windows key + S and type cmd. Choose Run as administrator.
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  2. Run the following command chkdsk /f /r C:
  3. Press Y to confirm and restart your PC.
  4. Wait for the scan to finish.

2. Check SMART data

  1. Open Command Prompt as administrator.
  2. Next, run wmic diskdrive get status
    diskdrive get status
  3. If the message says Pred Fail, it means that your drive should be replaced.

You can also use HDD health checker software, or any other method to check the SSD health on Windows 11.

3. Update disk drivers

  1. Press the Windows key + X and choose Device Manager.
    open device manager
  2. Locate your drive on the list, right-click it, and choose Update driver.
  3. Select Search automatically for updated driver software.
  4. Wait for the scan to finish.

For more information, don’t miss our guide on how to update drivers on Windows 11.

4. Other tips to try

  1. Scan your PC for malware.
  2. Monitor your PC for future disk checks.
  3. If the PC is frequently scanning the disk, it’s possible that the disk is failing and it needs replacement.

ERROR_CHECKING_FILE_SYSTEM isn’t a serious issue, and in most cases, you can fix it by manually scanning your drive, or checking the drive health.

This isn’t the only issue, and we wrote about ERROR_CORRUPT_SYSTEM_FILE and Refs_File_System, so don’t miss them if you’re having additional issues.

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