In so far as I know, the difference is in the way a FC3 partition stores directories (a newer, faster, more efficient hash method). But don't take my word for it. I haven't thoroughly researched this issue; this is just off the top of my head. I hope it points you in the right direction. Joseph D. Wagner _______________________________________________ Ext3-users@xxxxxxxxxx https://www.redhat.com/mailman/listinfo/ext3-users