Npfs - Windows XP Service
This service also exists in Windows 10, 11, 7, 8 and Vista.
Startup Type
| Windows XP edition | without SP | SP1 | SP2 | SP3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | System | System | System | System |
| Professional | System | System | System | System |
Default Properties
| Display name: | Npfs |
| Service name: | Npfs |
| Type: | filesys |
| Error control: | normal |
| Group: | File system |
Default Behavior
The Npfs service is a file system driver. If the Npfs fails to load or initialize, the error is recorded into the Event Log. Windows XP startup should proceed, but a message box is displayed informing you that the Npfs service has failed to start.
Restore Default Startup Type of Npfs
Automated Restore
1. Select your Windows XP edition and Service Pack, and then click on the Download button below.
2. Save the RestoreNpfsWindowsXP.bat file to any folder on your hard drive.
3. Run the downloaded batch file.
4. Restart the computer to save changes.
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