How to Convert ReFS to NTFS Safely🔥

How to convert ReFS to NTFS without losing data? Read this article to find safe ways and get related tips about ReFS file systems. You can also convert FAT32 to NTFS with EaseUS Partition Master Free if needed.

Besides Windows Server and Windows 8.1 users, Windows 10 Enterprise and Pro for Workstations and partial Windows 11 users with the build 25276 version can enjoy the Microsoft newest file system, Resilient file system (ReFS).

However, some users are also seeking ways to convert ReFS to NTFS even though ReFS is designed with scalability, data integrity, and fault tolerance. If you're also bothered by this issue, please read further to find feasible ways.

How to Convert ReFS to NTFS without Losing Data🔥

How to change file systems from ReFS to NTFS without losing data? As the following titles suggest, there are three phases for your reference. Please check them out below.

Phase 1. Back up Files via Free Backup Software

Suppose your ReFS partition or drive is a used one with precious data. For data loss prevention, you'd better make a file backup using one of the best free backup software, EaseUS Todo Backup software, because changing hanging file systems can erase all the existing data on your ReFS partition or drive.

EaseUS Todo Backup software supports Windows Server 2012 and above, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and Windows 11 operating systems. Moreover, it offers you Free, Home, and Enterprise versions.

Step 1. Click the "Select backup contents" button to start backup.

Step 2. There are four data backup categories, File, Disk, OS, and Mail, click File.

Step 3. Both local and network files will be listed on the left. You can expand the directory to select the files to be backed up.

Step 4. Follow the on-screen guide, select the destination where you want to save the backup.

Click "Options" to encrypt the backup with password in "Backup Options", set the backup schedule and choose to start back up at certain event in "Backup Scheme". There are also many other options you can explore, customize the backup task according to your need.

Step 5. You can store the backup to local drive, EaseUS's cloud service, and NAS.

Step 6. EaseUS Todo Backup enables users to back up data to both third-party cloud drive and its own cloud drive.

If you want to back up data to third-party cloud drive, choose Local Drive, scroll down to add Cloud Device, add and login your account.

You can also choose EaseUS's own cloud drive. Click EaseUS Cloud, sign up with your EaseUS Account and log in.

Step 7. Click "Backup Now" to start backup. After the backup task is completed, it will be displayed in the form of a card on the left side of the panel. Right-click the backup task to further manage it.

Phase 2. Convert ReFS to NTFS via Disk Management

You can ask for help from Disk Management to convert ReFS to NTFS because this Windows system utility is designed to help you execute advanced storage operations.

Step 1. Please refer to the corresponding clicks to open your Disk Management.

• For Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 11, and Windows 10 users: Type Computer Management in the search bar > select or right-click Computer Management > click Run as administrator to open it > go to Storage > enter Disk Management.
• For Windows 10 and Windows 11 users: Press Win + X > select Disk Management to open it.

Step 2. In this case, right-click on your chosen ReFS drive > select Format > choose REFS in the format window > click OK. You can also set the Volume label and Allocation unit size > tick the Perform a quick format option.

Step 3. Click OK to confirm the formatting process.

Phase 3. Restore Files from Backups to Your NTFS Partition

In this scenario, it's easy to restore files to your NTFS partition or drive from the file backup created by EaseUS Todo Backup software. Let's show how it works.

Step 1. Launch EaseUS Todo Backup, click "Browse to Recover".

Step 2. Guide to your backup destination, choose the backup file you want to recover. (The backup file created by EaseUS Todo Backup is a pbd file.)

Step 3. Choose the recovery location. You can recover data to a specific location or to original location.

Step 4. Click "Proceed" and the recovery would start.

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Bonus tips: How to Convert FAT32 to NTFS Easily

Compared with ReFS, FAT32 is a more common file system in storage devices such as USB drives, memory cards, and external hard drives. Thus, partial users with external hard drives want to transfer big files without limitation by converting FAT32 to NTFS.

Based on our assessment, with the help of this free partition manager software, EaseUS Partition Master Free, you can convert FAT32 to NTFS easily. Please connect your USB or external HDD to your PC before following the steps below.

Step 1. Install and launch EaseUS Partition Master on your computer.

Step 2. Go to the Disk Converter tab, select "FAT => NTFS" and click "Next."

Step 3. Select the partition that you want to convert to NTFS and then click on "Convert." (Tick the "Show More" option in the panel's upper right corner to display the hidden partitions.)

Step 4. Wait until the operation process is finished.

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What Is ReFS File System

Let's have a closer look at the ReFS file system. Microsoft's Resilient File System (ReFS), known as Protogon, was first released with Windows Server 2012. Designed to address the limitations of NTFS, ReFS prioritizes data integrity, scalability, and self-healing capabilities.

Please check the supported Windows operating systems below.

• Windows Server 2012 and later
• Windows 8.1
• Windows 10 Enterprise and Pro for Workstations
• Windows 11 build 25276 (23H2 development semester of Windows) and above

However, the 2017 Fall Creators Update for Windows 10 removed the ability to create ReFS volumes. This point is important enough to deserve your attention.

Why Do You Need to Convert ReFS to NTFS

There are many reasons responsible for changing file systems from ReFS to NTFS. One of the most common reasons is that you want to access files on a ReFS partition or drive while your current Windows OS does not support the ReFS file system.

ReFS VS NTFS, which Is better

ReFS VS NTFS, which is better? Here is a ReFS and NTFS comparison table to help you decide which file system to use.

ReFS VS NTFS, which Is for my device

If you're still unsure which format to set for your drive, maybe you can check the following suggestions first.

• ReFS: It is advised to deploy ReFS on Storage Spaces Direct for network-attached storage or virtualized workloads. Storage Spaces Direct's cache and mirror-accelerated parity provide excellent performance and capacity-efficient storage.
• NTFS: Support for limitless large file transfers. Local hard disks and external hard drives work best with this file system.

Conclusion

How to convert ReFS to NTFS without losing data? You can use EaseUS Todo Backup software to back up your precious data on the ReFS partition or drive, then format the ReFS file system and set it as an NTFS file system. After that, you can restore your files to your NTFS partition or drive with backups created by EaseUS Todo Backup software.

Similarly, suppose you want to convert FAT32 to NTFS safely. In that case, EaseUS Partition Master Free might be your top choice due to its powerful features, intuitive GUI, and easy-to-follow operating steps.

FAQs about ReFS, NTFS, etc.

Undoubtedly, ReFS and NTFS have enjoyed a large number of users. Thus, this part lists several relevant topics about ReFS and NTFS.

1. How to recover data from a formatted ReFS partition?

If you've suffered data loss during the file system conversion process, try to recover lost data from your formatted ReFS partition with this free data recovery software, EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Free.

2. How do I convert NTFS to ReFS?

You can convert NTFS to ReFS using Disk Management or Diskpart.

Those users who are familiar with computer operations can use Disk Management.

Step 1. Press Win + X > select Disk Management to open it > right-click on the NTFS drive or partition > select Format.

Step 2. Select the target ReFS file system in the pop-up window > click OK to perform a quick format.

Techs or someone familiar with the command can try Diskpart.

Step 1. Press Win + R to open the Run window > type cmd in the search bar > click OK or press Enter to open it.

Step 2. Enter the following commands in order > hit Enter after each command line.

• diskpart > list disk > select disk 1 > list partition > select partition x > format fs=refs quick

3. What file system will be fully replacing NTFS?

Microsoft's newest file system, the Resilient File System (ReFS), was created to optimize data availability, scale effectively to massive data sets across various workloads, and offer data integrity with resilience to corruption.

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