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  FATXplorer
  
  Version: 3.0.0.25873 (Beta 33)
  Date: November 13, 2024
  64-bit version
  
  FATXplorer remains a strong and actively maintained project more than 10 years after its initial release.
  Help test the 3.0 beta version - a complete rewrite that brings original Xbox device support, an upgraded mounting driver, expanded formatting tools, and many other improvements.
  More information about the beta: https://fatxplorer.eaton-works.com/3-0-beta/
  
  Provide feedback on the beta by leaving a public comment on the above-linked page, or send your comments privately here: https://fatxplorer.eaton-works.com/contact/
  
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  System Requirements
  
  - Windows 7 SP1 or newer OS
  - .NET 8.0.0 or newer desktop runtime: https://aka.ms/dotnet/8.0/windowsdesktop-runtime-win-x64.exe
  
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  Download
  
  https://bit.ly/FATXplorerBeta64
  
  Expiration notice: This beta version is FREE to use, but expires in 90 days and is not suitable for archiving/hosting on the Xbins FTP server. FATXplorer builds will be hosted on the Xbins FTP server once 3.0 exits beta.
  
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  Release notes for this version are below in plain-text format. Release notes in HTML format for this version and previous versions are here: https://api.eaton-works.com/appreleasehistory/fatxplorer?mode=web&channel=beta
  
  - Xbox 360 HDD Maker: Fixed bug where the serial number was being flashed incorrectly in some cases (an unexpected character at the end).
  - Improved messaging around invalid file names to clarify that it is not a bug and the only solution is to rename.
  - Fixed rare issue where device detection would end prematurely on some systems.
  - A new "Special Options" menu is available when loading devices:
  -- Recovery Mode: This isn't actually a new feature; it has been a hidden part of the Xbox 360 HDD Recovery Service. That service has been discontinued due to decreasing demand and the feature is now available as a self-service option to all licensed users. What it does: When your disk is starting to fail and can no longer be loaded, recovery mode can attempt to work around the damage so you can recover your files.
  -- F-takes-all Override: Developed in response to mounting support requests about FATXplorer not showing files in the F partition. Some Original Xbox BIOSes are set up to utilize the remaining extra disk space for an F partition. In some cases, a partition table is not written. FATXplorer cannot detect this condition, so enable this if your Xbox shows files in F, but FATXplorer does not.
  -- Disable Disk Cache: Tell the disk to disable its read & write caching systems.
  - The expiration date has changed to May 12, 2025.
  
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