Purge cache

[Petey]

Would it be a good idea to "purge cache" from command prompt when performing
a chkdsk and/or scannow. If so, would I do this prior to, or after the
chkdsk?

many, many thx

 

[Wesley Vogel]

If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

If the dllcache directory becomes corrupted, run SFC /PURGECACHE. SFC will
delete the contents of the dllcache directory, rescan all Windows files, and
repopulate the dllcache directory with verified file versions.

SFC /PURGECACHE can be used to repair the contents of the dllcache
directory.

/Purgecache: Purges the file cache and scans all protected system files
immediately. This command may require access to the Windows installation
source files.

You can use System File Checker to repopulate the Dllcache folder if the
contents become damaged or unusable. To purge and repopulate the contents of
the Dllcache folder, in the Run dialog box, type:

sfc /purgecache

I have absolutely what happens if Windows File Protection is using
ServicePackFiles\i386 instead of the dllcache folder.

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Hope this helps. Let us know.

Wes
MS-MVP Windows Shell/User

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