FAT12/16/32 File System Driver - Windows 7 Service
Note - dependance on CDROM.SYS only if required to read/write DVD-RAM media (which appears as CD class device). (Core) (All pieces).
This service also exists in Windows 10, 11, 8, Vista and XP.
Startup Type
| Windows 7 edition | without SP | SP1 |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | Manual | Manual |
| Home Basic | Manual | Manual |
| Home Premium | Manual | Manual |
| Professional | Manual | Manual |
| Ultimate | Manual | Manual |
| Enterprise | Manual | Manual |
Default Properties
| Display name: | FAT12/16/32 File System Driver |
| Service name: | fastfat |
| Type: | filesys |
| Error control: | normal |
| Group: | Boot File System |
Default Behavior
The FAT12/16/32 File System Driver service is a file system driver. If the FAT12/16/32 File System Driver fails to load or initialize, the error is recorded into the Event Log. Windows 7 startup should proceed, but a message box is displayed informing you that the fastfat service has failed to start.
Restore Default Startup Type of FAT12/16/32 File System Driver
Automated Restore
1. Select your Windows 7 edition and Service Pack, and then click on the Download button below.
2. Save the RestoreFAT121632FileSystemDriverWindows7.bat file to any folder on your hard drive.
3. Right-click the downloaded batch file and select Run as administrator.
4. Restart the computer to save changes.