CHKDSK cannot open volume for direct access (FIXED)

If you’re unable to run the CHKDSK command on a partition using the command line, and you received Cannot open volume for direct access, this video is useful for you. Here’s what to do if CHKDSK cannot open volume for direct access 1. First, boot your computer to Safe Mode. 2. Run Command Prompt as an Administrator, execute the following command: chkdsk /x /f /r 3. Have your computer rebooted normally and it will run CHKDSK on Startup. Reboot your computer normally and it will run CHKDSK on Startup.