Hidden files in Windows Explorer

Another possible solution is that your PC is infected, and a Root-Kit is hiding the file from the explorer.

If I undestand your question correctlly, your problem is simple.

Total Commander, shows hidden files by default, But Windows Explorer doesn't.

So what you need to do is:

WINDOWS XP:

1. On the Tools menu in Windows Explorer, click Folder Options.
2. Click the View tab.
3. Under Hidden files and folders, click Show hidden files and folders.

VISTA:

1. Click the round blue Start thing in the left corner
2. Click Control Panel
3. Click Folder Options
4. Click the View tab
5. Click Show hidden files and folders
6. If you want to see system files as well, unclick Hide protected operating system files (Recommended)
7. Click OK

WINDOWS 7