Enable or Disable ReFS File System in Windows 8.1 and Windows 10  

jackharvest said:

I should note, I'm on Windows 10 Pro 20H2, joined to a Domain. Maybe that has something to do with the outcome.

Joined to a domain may be a factor, but we'll have to hear from others to help confirm.

Regarding those system image issues in the note:
When performing repair with DISM, you get error 50. In this case also, the key MiniNT needs to be deleted from registry.
[Fix] DISM Error 50 “DISM does not support servicing Windows PE” - Winhelponline

MaloK said:

Hi Brink,

Regarding this thread Unable to do a Repair Install or DISM, appears to be in WinPE State

Would it be good to mention that once the ReFS is Setup ,that the MiniNT Key is not required for normal windows operation.

Hello Jean,

The key is only required if you want to be able to still format with ReFS.

Removing the key will not prevent being able to read/write to a ReFS drive.

MaloK said:

Yes, But I mean in your guide You probably should mention that once the file system is setup, this key should be removed to resume normal Windows operation.

As many windows services wont run in a standard installation with this key set.

Windows update, Event log, dism and many other features are disabled while this key is present.

Odd. I'm not getting any of the same issues with the MiniNT Key present.

I'll add a warning though.