How to Enable or Disable NTFS Last Access Timestamp Updates
How to Enable or Disable NTFS Last Access Timestamp Updates.
Commands Used:
TO ENABLE: fsutil behavior query disablelastaccess 0
TO DISABLE: fsutil behavior query disablelastaccess 1
In the System Managed mode, the NTFS driver can enable or disable the “Last Access” updates during the boot (in particular, when the system volume is mounted). The “Last Access” updates are enabled for NTFS volumes when the size of the system volume (which is usually mounted as the “C:” drive) is 128 GB or less. If the system volume is larger, then the “Last Access” updates are disabled.
When you use a computer, you want it to perform as well as it can get. This is why we like to bring you tips for optimizing your system’s performance. For this post, we’ll disable and enable the NTFS last access time stamp.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 operating system (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, and Samsung.