Need help with deleting a partition and rebooting...

faerymom

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I have a Toshiba Satellite P105 than runs on Vista Home Premium 32bit.

I bought the computer used, so it already came partitioned, and without any CDs.

I'm fairly competent in my computer skills; I just need someone to tell me how to remove the partition(which is a (D:) drive) and reboot my pc without a CD.



thanks in advance
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Toshiba p105-S9337
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo - Intel Core 2 CPU T7200 @ 2GHz
    Memory
    2 GB RAM
    Sound Card
    Conexant High Definition Audio Ver. 4.8.0.0
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Generic PnP Monitor-NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GS
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Hard Drives
    FUJITSU MHV2200BT PL ATA Device
    Vista C:\ 93.1GB xpp D:\ 93.1GB
    Keyboard
    Stangard PS/2 Keyboard
    Mouse
    PS/2 Compatible Mouse
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
Start -> type Computer Management. Click Disk Management on the left pane. You should now see a list of all your disks and their partitions. Right click on the volume or partition you want to remove and select Delete Volume. You will then want to use that free space on your C drive, I assume - right click on the drive you want to add it to and select Expand Volume.

I'm assuming your D: drive is a recovery partition that Toshiba gave you instead of discs. Only delete it if you backed it up, or don't plan on saving your computer in case something goes terribly wrong. The recovery partition OEM's offer instead of discs are supposed to save your computer and return it to it's original state if the need arouses (it's cheaper and easier than shipping discs along with the computer).
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    HP dv5-1120ej Notebook PC
    CPU
    Intel Dual 2.16GHz
    Memory
    4GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVidia GeForce 9200M GS, 256MB
    Hard Drives
    320GB internal, 320GB external, 1TB external to come (big download library XD)
    Internet Speed
    Fast enough
    Other Info
    Firefox, Foobar, and AutoHotkey! Go open source!
ok... I DID NOT get the pc from Toshiba...I was bought used and it has VISTA on one partition and XP on the other... when I go to disk manegement, i get this: 'Windows cannot delete the active system partition on this disk.'

yes, I am sure that I'm doing it correctly...are there any other solutions??


also, if my D: drive is for recovery, does it really need to be 93GB??
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Toshiba p105-S9337
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo - Intel Core 2 CPU T7200 @ 2GHz
    Memory
    2 GB RAM
    Sound Card
    Conexant High Definition Audio Ver. 4.8.0.0
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Generic PnP Monitor-NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GS
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Hard Drives
    FUJITSU MHV2200BT PL ATA Device
    Vista C:\ 93.1GB xpp D:\ 93.1GB
    Keyboard
    Stangard PS/2 Keyboard
    Mouse
    PS/2 Compatible Mouse
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
ok... I DID NOT get the pc from Toshiba...I was bought used and it has VISTA on one partition and XP on the other... when I go to disk manegement, i get this: 'Windows cannot delete the active system partition on this disk.'
yes, I am sure that I'm doing it correctly...are there any other solutions??
also, if my D: drive is for recovery, does it really need to be 93GB??

G'Day faerymom, and a big welcome to Vista Forums:D

While I'm sorry that I don't have the technical expertise to advise you on your dilemma, but I do recommend that you have a good look at this Tutorial;

http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/95418-disk-management-delete-extend.html
'cos I'm sure that Brink will have covered your particular situation in one of the related Tutorial threads.

I have just finished the successful creation of a new internal Hard Disk Drive in my system, here;

http://www.vistax64.com/general-dis...ement-shrink-partition-vista.html#post1111757
.........ably assisted by, and with considerable help and guidance from Dwarf, who I am sure will drop by your thread at some time, to offer assistance to you.

You will always find someone here who is ready and willing to help resolve whatever problems you come up with, however, can I suggest that while you are waiting for the help to arrive, you take the time to fill in your System Specs [eg. check out My System Specs];

My System Specs.JPG

by going to your User Control Panel

My System Specs - User CP.JPG,

and filling in the details for your system. This information will assist any potential helper, immensely.

In the meantime, enjoy your stay with the Vista Forums, and don't forget that this place never closes;)
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Acer Aspire Notebook 5633WLMi.[5630 Series]
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo Processor - Intel Core 2 CPU.
    Memory
    4GB DDR2 [3.07GB maximum real available]
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia GeForce Go 7300, 128MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek HD Audio, Ver. 6.0.1.5717, 2.08MB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer Aspire Notebook - 15.4"; Acer LCD Monitor X223Wsd - 22".
    Screen Resolution
    1280x800x60Hertz [max.]
    Hard Drives
    Notebook - Samsung HM320JI 320GB HD installed 07 August 2009.
    External HDs [4];Maxtor One Touch4 - 500GB External HD [Drive M:\].Western Digital WDXMS1200TA - 120GB External HD [Drive G:\ - Windows Defender Backup Files only]. Two x LaCie 320GB Mobi
    Mouse
    Logitech Wireless V320 for Notebooks - Model M/N: M-RCD125
    Internet Speed
    Down 20000kb/sec / Up 1000kb/sec [Bigpond-Aus]
    Other Info
    Brother MFC-465CN; PC to Fax/Scan/Copy/Photo MFC. Epson Perfection V300 Photo Scanner. Siemens Speedstream 6520 Router. Wacom 'Bamboo Fun' CTE-650 PC Tablet, Stylus and Mouse. UAC - On;Activated. Browsers; [1] FireFox v3.6[2] IE8. Honorary R.S.M. to the 4th [Assault Pioneer] Troop Pune Sepoys , and 3rd Troop Jodhpur Bengali Lancers.
Hi faerymom,

Could you post a screenshot showing the layout of the partitions? I suspect that it originally had XP on it in one partition. This was then split, and Vista put on the section that was carved off. When you boot up, do you get the option to choose which OS you would like to start? If so, it would indicate that the boot files are located on the partition where XP resides.

Can you also provide more info on your system specs, as this is a great help to us in assisting you.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Dwarf Dwf/11/2012 r09/2013
    CPU
    Intel Core-i5-3570K 4-core @ 3.4GHz (Ivy Bridge) (OC 4.2GHz)
    Motherboard
    ASRock Z77 Extreme4-M
    Memory
    4 x 4GB DDR3-1600 Corsair Vengeance CMZ8GX3M2A1600C9B (16GB)
    Graphics Card(s)
    MSI GeForce GTX770 Gaming OC 2GB
    Sound Card
    Realtek High Definition on board solution (ALC 898)
    Monitor(s) Displays
    ViewSonic VA1912w Widescreen
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Hard Drives
    OCZ Agility 3 120GB SATA III x2 (RAID 0)
    Samsung HD501LJ 500GB SATA II x2
    Hitachi HDS721010CLA332 1TB SATA II
    Iomega 1.5TB Ext USB 2.0
    WD 2.0TB Ext USB 3.0
    PSU
    XFX Pro Series 850W Semi-Modular
    Case
    Gigabyte IF233
    Cooling
    1 x 120mm Front Inlet 1 x 120mm Rear Exhaust
    Keyboard
    Microsoft Comfort Curve Keyboard 3000 (USB)
    Mouse
    Microsoft Comfort Mouse 3000 for Business (USB)
    Internet Speed
    NetGear DG834Gv3 ADSL Modem/Router (Ethernet) ~4.0 Mb/s (O2)
    Other Info
    Optical Drive: HL-DT-ST BD-RE BH10LS30 SATA Bluray
    Lexmark S305 Printer/Scanner/Copier (USB)
    WEI Score: 8.1/8.1/8.5/8.5/8.25
    Asus Eee PC 1011PX Netbook (Windows 7 x86 Starter)
Sorry Mate, but this did not work for me......:(

Start -> type Computer Management. Click Disk Management on the left pane

..... To get to Disk Management, I followed either this path; Start >Right click Computer >Select Manage from drop-down menu >at User Account Control select Continue > In the left pane under Computer Management >Left click to expand Storage >Left click Disk Management......Partition details will then display.

.....or alternatively; Start >Control Panel [Classic View] >Administrative Tools >Computer Management >User Account Control......etc, etc.

I'm assuming your D: drive is a recovery partition that Toshiba gave you instead of discs. Only delete it if you backed it up, or don't plan on saving your computer in case something goes terribly wrong. The recovery partition OEM's offer instead of discs are supposed to save your computer and return it to it's original state if the need arouses (it's cheaper and easier than shipping discs along with the computer).

Cheers.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Acer Aspire Notebook 5633WLMi.[5630 Series]
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo Processor - Intel Core 2 CPU.
    Memory
    4GB DDR2 [3.07GB maximum real available]
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia GeForce Go 7300, 128MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek HD Audio, Ver. 6.0.1.5717, 2.08MB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer Aspire Notebook - 15.4"; Acer LCD Monitor X223Wsd - 22".
    Screen Resolution
    1280x800x60Hertz [max.]
    Hard Drives
    Notebook - Samsung HM320JI 320GB HD installed 07 August 2009.
    External HDs [4];Maxtor One Touch4 - 500GB External HD [Drive M:\].Western Digital WDXMS1200TA - 120GB External HD [Drive G:\ - Windows Defender Backup Files only]. Two x LaCie 320GB Mobi
    Mouse
    Logitech Wireless V320 for Notebooks - Model M/N: M-RCD125
    Internet Speed
    Down 20000kb/sec / Up 1000kb/sec [Bigpond-Aus]
    Other Info
    Brother MFC-465CN; PC to Fax/Scan/Copy/Photo MFC. Epson Perfection V300 Photo Scanner. Siemens Speedstream 6520 Router. Wacom 'Bamboo Fun' CTE-650 PC Tablet, Stylus and Mouse. UAC - On;Activated. Browsers; [1] FireFox v3.6[2] IE8. Honorary R.S.M. to the 4th [Assault Pioneer] Troop Pune Sepoys , and 3rd Troop Jodhpur Bengali Lancers.
" :roflmao: .......guidance from Dwarf, who I am sure will drop by your thread at some time, to offer assistance to you."

I knew it! I knew it!;)
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Acer Aspire Notebook 5633WLMi.[5630 Series]
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo Processor - Intel Core 2 CPU.
    Memory
    4GB DDR2 [3.07GB maximum real available]
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia GeForce Go 7300, 128MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek HD Audio, Ver. 6.0.1.5717, 2.08MB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer Aspire Notebook - 15.4"; Acer LCD Monitor X223Wsd - 22".
    Screen Resolution
    1280x800x60Hertz [max.]
    Hard Drives
    Notebook - Samsung HM320JI 320GB HD installed 07 August 2009.
    External HDs [4];Maxtor One Touch4 - 500GB External HD [Drive M:\].Western Digital WDXMS1200TA - 120GB External HD [Drive G:\ - Windows Defender Backup Files only]. Two x LaCie 320GB Mobi
    Mouse
    Logitech Wireless V320 for Notebooks - Model M/N: M-RCD125
    Internet Speed
    Down 20000kb/sec / Up 1000kb/sec [Bigpond-Aus]
    Other Info
    Brother MFC-465CN; PC to Fax/Scan/Copy/Photo MFC. Epson Perfection V300 Photo Scanner. Siemens Speedstream 6520 Router. Wacom 'Bamboo Fun' CTE-650 PC Tablet, Stylus and Mouse. UAC - On;Activated. Browsers; [1] FireFox v3.6[2] IE8. Honorary R.S.M. to the 4th [Assault Pioneer] Troop Pune Sepoys , and 3rd Troop Jodhpur Bengali Lancers.
I have a Toshiba Satellite P105 than runs on Vista Home Premium 32bit.

Hi faerymom,
Can you also provide more info on your system specs, as this is a great help to us in assisting you.

Hi faerymom,

For a quick way of finding most of your system information, I recommend that you have a look at this little tool. It's brilliant. Just download and run it from your desktop, you'll be surprised with the information that it can quickly gather for you.

http://www.vistax64.com/software-tools/176785-vistaforums-sysinfo-tool.html

Especially great for filling in your User CP details.:D
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Acer Aspire Notebook 5633WLMi.[5630 Series]
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo Processor - Intel Core 2 CPU.
    Memory
    4GB DDR2 [3.07GB maximum real available]
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia GeForce Go 7300, 128MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek HD Audio, Ver. 6.0.1.5717, 2.08MB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer Aspire Notebook - 15.4"; Acer LCD Monitor X223Wsd - 22".
    Screen Resolution
    1280x800x60Hertz [max.]
    Hard Drives
    Notebook - Samsung HM320JI 320GB HD installed 07 August 2009.
    External HDs [4];Maxtor One Touch4 - 500GB External HD [Drive M:\].Western Digital WDXMS1200TA - 120GB External HD [Drive G:\ - Windows Defender Backup Files only]. Two x LaCie 320GB Mobi
    Mouse
    Logitech Wireless V320 for Notebooks - Model M/N: M-RCD125
    Internet Speed
    Down 20000kb/sec / Up 1000kb/sec [Bigpond-Aus]
    Other Info
    Brother MFC-465CN; PC to Fax/Scan/Copy/Photo MFC. Epson Perfection V300 Photo Scanner. Siemens Speedstream 6520 Router. Wacom 'Bamboo Fun' CTE-650 PC Tablet, Stylus and Mouse. UAC - On;Activated. Browsers; [1] FireFox v3.6[2] IE8. Honorary R.S.M. to the 4th [Assault Pioneer] Troop Pune Sepoys , and 3rd Troop Jodhpur Bengali Lancers.
ok...I tried Disk Management...it will not allow me to delete the partition...

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instead, this is what I get...

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sorry the pics are kinda small...
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Toshiba p105-S9337
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo - Intel Core 2 CPU T7200 @ 2GHz
    Memory
    2 GB RAM
    Sound Card
    Conexant High Definition Audio Ver. 4.8.0.0
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Generic PnP Monitor-NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GS
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Hard Drives
    FUJITSU MHV2200BT PL ATA Device
    Vista C:\ 93.1GB xpp D:\ 93.1GB
    Keyboard
    Stangard PS/2 Keyboard
    Mouse
    PS/2 Compatible Mouse
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
ok...I tried Disk Management...it will not allow me to delete the partition...
instead, this is what I get...
sorry the pics are kinda small...

Righteho! Nice to see your System Specs, well done, but the pics I'm afraid are bits of confetti.....as you say.....kinda small at 1 pixel x 1 pixel. :shock:

The easiest way to 'capture' shots is by using the "Snipping Tool" [which is in your version] in Vista. Just click on Start >All Programs >Accessories >Snipping Tool> Right click [for drop down menu]Select Send to >Desktop. Then you can either add it to your Task bar from there, or just open it from the Folder [involves a bit of mucking around moving pages] each time. I used it for this;

Snip.JPG

A full Tutorial on the Snipping Tool is here; http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/148532-how-use-snipping-tool-vista.html

I now recommend that you go back and try to capture what Dwarf has asked for, and repost here, again.

Best of luck.....all in good time.;)
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Acer Aspire Notebook 5633WLMi.[5630 Series]
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo Processor - Intel Core 2 CPU.
    Memory
    4GB DDR2 [3.07GB maximum real available]
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia GeForce Go 7300, 128MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek HD Audio, Ver. 6.0.1.5717, 2.08MB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer Aspire Notebook - 15.4"; Acer LCD Monitor X223Wsd - 22".
    Screen Resolution
    1280x800x60Hertz [max.]
    Hard Drives
    Notebook - Samsung HM320JI 320GB HD installed 07 August 2009.
    External HDs [4];Maxtor One Touch4 - 500GB External HD [Drive M:\].Western Digital WDXMS1200TA - 120GB External HD [Drive G:\ - Windows Defender Backup Files only]. Two x LaCie 320GB Mobi
    Mouse
    Logitech Wireless V320 for Notebooks - Model M/N: M-RCD125
    Internet Speed
    Down 20000kb/sec / Up 1000kb/sec [Bigpond-Aus]
    Other Info
    Brother MFC-465CN; PC to Fax/Scan/Copy/Photo MFC. Epson Perfection V300 Photo Scanner. Siemens Speedstream 6520 Router. Wacom 'Bamboo Fun' CTE-650 PC Tablet, Stylus and Mouse. UAC - On;Activated. Browsers; [1] FireFox v3.6[2] IE8. Honorary R.S.M. to the 4th [Assault Pioneer] Troop Pune Sepoys , and 3rd Troop Jodhpur Bengali Lancers.
I have a Toshiba Satellite P105 than runs on Vista Home Premium 32bit.

I bought the computer used, so it already came partitioned, and without any CDs.

I'm fairly competent in my computer skills; I just need someone to tell me how to remove the partition(which is a (D:) drive) and reboot my pc without a CD.



thanks in advance


Could get Paragon Partition manager and fix up the partition. But if you have no access to a boot disk you wont be able to reinstall (legally). If you arn't worried about legality, there are a number of choices :devil:
 

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this is what happens when I try to delete or shrink the partition
 

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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Toshiba p105-S9337
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo - Intel Core 2 CPU T7200 @ 2GHz
    Memory
    2 GB RAM
    Sound Card
    Conexant High Definition Audio Ver. 4.8.0.0
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Generic PnP Monitor-NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GS
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Hard Drives
    FUJITSU MHV2200BT PL ATA Device
    Vista C:\ 93.1GB xpp D:\ 93.1GB
    Keyboard
    Stangard PS/2 Keyboard
    Mouse
    PS/2 Compatible Mouse
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
]
Could get Paragon Partition manager and fix up the partition. But if you have no access to a boot disk you wont be able to reinstall (legally). If you arn't worried about legality, there are a number of choices :devil:

Can I suggest phynestein, that you check out the Rules of this Forum before suggesting " illegal " paths to fixes.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Acer Aspire Notebook 5633WLMi.[5630 Series]
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo Processor - Intel Core 2 CPU.
    Memory
    4GB DDR2 [3.07GB maximum real available]
    Graphics Card(s)
    nVidia GeForce Go 7300, 128MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek HD Audio, Ver. 6.0.1.5717, 2.08MB
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Acer Aspire Notebook - 15.4"; Acer LCD Monitor X223Wsd - 22".
    Screen Resolution
    1280x800x60Hertz [max.]
    Hard Drives
    Notebook - Samsung HM320JI 320GB HD installed 07 August 2009.
    External HDs [4];Maxtor One Touch4 - 500GB External HD [Drive M:\].Western Digital WDXMS1200TA - 120GB External HD [Drive G:\ - Windows Defender Backup Files only]. Two x LaCie 320GB Mobi
    Mouse
    Logitech Wireless V320 for Notebooks - Model M/N: M-RCD125
    Internet Speed
    Down 20000kb/sec / Up 1000kb/sec [Bigpond-Aus]
    Other Info
    Brother MFC-465CN; PC to Fax/Scan/Copy/Photo MFC. Epson Perfection V300 Photo Scanner. Siemens Speedstream 6520 Router. Wacom 'Bamboo Fun' CTE-650 PC Tablet, Stylus and Mouse. UAC - On;Activated. Browsers; [1] FireFox v3.6[2] IE8. Honorary R.S.M. to the 4th [Assault Pioneer] Troop Pune Sepoys , and 3rd Troop Jodhpur Bengali Lancers.
]
Could get Paragon Partition manager and fix up the partition. But if you have no access to a boot disk you wont be able to reinstall (legally). If you arn't worried about legality, there are a number of choices :devil:

Can I suggest phynestein, that you check out the Rules of this Forum before suggesting " illegal " paths to fixes.


HEY! I didnt suggest anything!!

^^ I was very careful
 

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Could get Paragon Partition manager and fix up the partition. But if you have no access to a boot disk you wont be able to reinstall (legally). If you arn't worried about legality, there are a number of choices :devil:

Can I suggest phynestein, that you check out the Rules of this Forum before suggesting " illegal " paths to fixes.


HEY! I didnt suggest anything!!

^^ I was very careful



ok ok...that's enough you two =]
legality is not an issue for me, I just want to get the job done, but I do agree; please be careful with what you post...


also, the window says: Windows cannot delete the active system partition on this disk.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Toshiba p105-S9337
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo - Intel Core 2 CPU T7200 @ 2GHz
    Memory
    2 GB RAM
    Sound Card
    Conexant High Definition Audio Ver. 4.8.0.0
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Generic PnP Monitor-NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GS
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Hard Drives
    FUJITSU MHV2200BT PL ATA Device
    Vista C:\ 93.1GB xpp D:\ 93.1GB
    Keyboard
    Stangard PS/2 Keyboard
    Mouse
    PS/2 Compatible Mouse
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
also, the window says: Windows cannot delete the active system partition on this disk.

Oh that would be because you are attempting to delete your boot partition. You'll have to delete the other one. Its possible that the Drive letters are "different" from normal and your boot drive is D:/ and your "backup" is C:/

Just delete the one you can delete (after you make sure there is nothing vital on it) and then you'll be able to right click on your active partition and "Extend" it. Again, you might just be better off looking for a more interactive program such as Paragon Partition Manager and using that.

Oh and after you delete and expand, you can change the drive letter from D to C. That is a bit tricky though. This is a KB article explaining how but it is tricky and can possibly turn your computer into a paperweight if you make one error. Then you will be left with no choice but to buy new OS disks.

GL!
 

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also, the window says: Windows cannot delete the active system partition on this disk.

Oh that would be because you are attempting to delete your boot partition. You'll have to delete the other one. Its possible that the Drive letters are "different" from normal and your boot drive is D:/ and your "backup" is C:/

Just delete the one you can delete (after you make sure there is nothing vital on it) and then you'll be able to right click on your active partition and "Extend" it. Again, you might just be better off looking for a more interactive program such as Paragon Partition Manager and using that.

Oh and after you delete and expand, you can change the drive letter from D to C. That is a bit tricky though. This is a KB article explaining how but it is tricky and can possibly turn your computer into a paperweight if you make one error. Then you will be left with no choice but to buy new OS disks.

GL!


No, my boot drive is C:/, because there's not an option to delete it. I can't alter anything...I've been saying this the whole time...
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Toshiba p105-S9337
    CPU
    Intel Centrino Duo - Intel Core 2 CPU T7200 @ 2GHz
    Memory
    2 GB RAM
    Sound Card
    Conexant High Definition Audio Ver. 4.8.0.0
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Generic PnP Monitor-NVIDIA GeForce Go 7900 GS
    Screen Resolution
    1440x900
    Hard Drives
    FUJITSU MHV2200BT PL ATA Device
    Vista C:\ 93.1GB xpp D:\ 93.1GB
    Keyboard
    Stangard PS/2 Keyboard
    Mouse
    PS/2 Compatible Mouse
    Internet Speed
    100Mbps
Hi,

Your Boot drive is C because that is the one you are currently BOOTed into.

The drive containing the boot files is ( confusingly) the one marked "System".

That is why disk management won't allow you to delete it.

What exactly do you wish to do?

Do you want to use some or all of the space on D to enlarge C?
 

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System One System Two

  • Operating System
    Vista
    CPU
    Intel E8400
    Motherboard
    ASRock1333-GLAN R2.0
    Memory
    4gb DDR2 800
    Graphics Card(s)
    nvidia 9500GT 1gb
  • Operating System
    win7/vista
    CPU
    intel i5-8400
    Motherboard
    gigabyte b365m ds3h
    Memory
    ballistix 2x8gb 3200
Seems like he wants to get rid of xp all together and make its partition all one big partition. But thats just what I gather out of what it seems like he is trying to do! And I really dont know a way of doing that.
 

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System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Me
    CPU
    i7 920
    Motherboard
    Asus P6T
    Memory
    12 gigs corsair (TR3X6G1333C9 x 2)
    Graphics Card(s)
    Dual 285 GTX's
    Sound Card
    Sennihesir 350 headset.
    Monitor(s) Displays
    Dual 24" dell
    Screen Resolution
    1920x1200
    Hard Drives
    WD VelociRaptor 300GB

    Seagate baracuda 7200.12 1TB
    PSU
    Thermaltake 1200W ToughPower
    Case
    Antec P193
    Cooling
    Air(ATM)
    Keyboard
    Orginal G15
    Mouse
    G9
    Internet Speed
    Cable
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