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Fix the 0X80071AC3 Volume Is Dirty error like a PRO

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

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It is extremely annoying to try and copy some of the files stored on yourPCto anexternal drive(SD card, thumb flash drive, external hard drive) and get the error message0X80071AC3volumeis dirty.

Users who had a hard time with theerror, make sure to share their concerns online.

Hi, i have posed the question to win 7 forum but never got reply. So i am getting Error 0x80071AC3:Volumeis Dirty message. I have tried below cmd prompt but thevolumeis exfat not ntfs. Can you please come up with the solution quickly

Read the instructions below to fix theerror.

How do I fix the dirty volume error?

How do I fix the dirty volume error?

1. Make sure your drive doesn’t have any errors

2. Slide your SD card lock

In case you’re using anSD card, it is recommended that youslide the lock on and off a few times, and then try connecting it again to one of yourPCsUSB ports.

3. Format your drive

Note:Please be careful, asformattingyour drive will erase all the data and files that are stored on the device.

We would love to know if this guide helped you solve your issue. Also, if you know any othertroubleshooting methodsfor the0X80071AC3volumeis dirtyerror, please feel free to share them with us, by using the comment section below.

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Milan Stanojevic

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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.