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Previously when I would attach my MP3 PLayer, SonicStage would start automatically. Now it doesn't and it also states 'Device/media not connected', when it is connected.
I recently converted my FAT32 system to NTFS. Is that why this has happened?Do I have to go back to using FAT32?
converting to ntfs was a great idea....much better than fat32.
Try uninstalling SonicStage and then re-installing it if you haven't done so alreadySome HELP in posting on Cnet plus free progs and instructions Glad to Help!
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XPuser4Real
Converting to NTFS isn't the same as formatting and installing the OS using NTFS.
The cluster size is 4K with a new install. The cluster size MAY abe something different that that with a conversion. Look at the link below for for info on this topic.
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Personally, I prefer FAT32 to NTFS. I usee FAT32 for my OS drives and any drives that will not hold files larger than 4gb.
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OtheHill, are you sure you understand all that jargon from that link?
I guess what I was saying was converting at install although I have changed a drive to NTFS after it was over 2 years old and never had any adverse problems.aegis, I guess you don't do any video editing or other stuff which works better with NTFS as Fat32 is really limited.
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What it is saying is something I have read before. When converting a FAT32 drive with cluster sizes other than 4k you may well end up with 512byte clusters. That is 1/8th the optimal size. probably get much more fragmenting.
The major DISADVANTAGE of FAT32 is the large cluster sizes that waste space and the file size limitations. FAT32 is actually a little faster than NTFS. As far a the security and reliability goes, Security on a home computer isn't something most users worry about. Reliability in my opinion isn't there as MSoft states it is. The proof is right here at this site. Look at all the folks with FUBARed NTFS boot drives.
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I found this on-line:
NTFS is a far superior file system.Reason 1
It fragments far less than fat32
Reason 2
fat 32 has a limit of a 4 gb file and a theoretical limit of 32GB for the drive. Thats not the actual limit, but its the largest size you should go o maintain a samll cluster.
Reason 3
NTFS is used by windows to lock down access to critical system files so that you are safer from malware, spyware, and brain cramps.
(Remember to run the security config and analysis tool after you change back to NTFS)
Reason 4
Fat 32 is old hat. I have unique oportunities to test things and I did a hard power off test on two identicle machines, one with fat32 one with NTFS. I would start them compiling a huge RAR file or running a video, or some sustained activity and them turn off the power strip.
After four power offs, the fat32 system was a mess. Boot issues, programs messed up, and some files lost.
After 15 power offs the NTFS system was rock solid.
Fat32 is not useful except for certain specific aplications and roll out tasks.
so do yourself a favor and go to the run line and type convert c: /fs:ntfs and answer yes to all the prompts and reboot
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XPUser4Real
If your last response was for my benefit I am well aware of all the pros and cons. I am running NTFS on the rig I'm typing on. That said, the reason this discussion started is because I asked WHY the OP converted to NTFS. If you want I can also bring up quotes from MS that warn of possible issues with cluster sizes when converting. If NTFS is desired it should be used on a fresh install.
As far as the cluster sizes for both FAT32 and NTFS go here are the specs.
Cluster sizes
for FAT32 are as follows:
512MB to 8,191MB = 4KB
8,192MB to 16,383MB = 8KB
16,384MB to 32,767MB = 16KB
Larger than 32,768MB = 32KBNTFS - All partitions on a PC = 4KB default
As you can see, once you pass the 32GB size with FAT32 there is no further penalty. Depending on what the partition is being used for cluster sizes may not be and issue and larger cluster sizes may actually be advantagous. If 4k were always the best cluster size then you wouldn't have options when formatting with NTFS to use a different cluter size. Granted, 4k probably works best for general computing.
The point of my original response was the OP probably shouldn't have converted at that time.
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leaving aside this disastrous piece of software (SonicStage) for the moment, is the MP3 player still detected under removable storage devices in 'My Computer'?
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i have a sony MP3 player myself and was looking for a way to transfer songs without having SonicStage installed. reasons for that being:
1. the software is a nightmare! there are myriads of flaming posts about SonicStage in forums and newsgroups.
2. i may want to transfer songs from other computers too.
so i found this handy tool:
http://esupport.sony.com/US/perl/sw...
MP3FM (mp3 file manager) allows you to transfer songs from any computer without SonicStage. the program will start from the MP3 player, no need to install it on a PC (like Floola for the iPod). simply drag the songs into the transfer window. the software will convert the mp3 into Sony's proprietary format ATRAC® and transfer it to your player. you can also arrange folders and playlists using MP3FM
give it a try (MP3FM is not suitable for ALL sony MP3 players but i have seen it working on models that are not officially supported).
and get rid of SonicStage ... it really suxx!
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