Overwrite
HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\CrashControl
Data type |
Range |
Default value |
|---|---|---|
REG_DWORD |
0 | 1 |
1 |
Description
Determines whether the system writes over the old recovery file or creates a new recovery file each time the system stops abnormally.
When the system stops abnormally and the value of CrashDumpEnabled is either 1 or 2, Windows 2000 copies the contents of system memory to the recovery log file. The data in this file can help determine the cause of the failure.
This entry stores the setting of the Overwrite any existing file check box in System in Control Panel.
Value |
Meaning |
|---|---|
0 |
The system creates a new recovery file for each abnormal stop. This value preserves a record of previous abnormal stops to aid your investigation into the cause of the stops. |
1 |
The system overwrites the existing recovery file. This value prevents the system from accumulating unused recovery files. |
Change method
To change the value of this entry, use System in Control Panel. Click the Advanced tab, then click the Startup and Recovery button. When the Overwrite any existing file check box is selected, the value of this entry is 1.
Activation method
To make changes to this value effective, you must restart Windows 2000.
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Note
To change the value of this entry, you must be an administrator of the computer.
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