Windows 7 Ubuntu Cliffhanger and Windows 7 Ultimate

[glauben]

My MB recently died and I upgraded almost the entire bank of components within the case. Had a copy of WinXP SP2 but would not load, so tried Ubuntu after previewing and digesting...

Long story short, ended up using 'killdisk' to remove Ubuntu, subsequently installed Windows 7 Ultimate. Going well except for the lack of hardware/software support for some of my media apps.

Have had problems with residual Linux / Ubuntu code (apparently during bootloader ops) and need to remove whatever code is remaining there. Having said that, I would appreciate anyone who is using Ubuntu to advise regarding re-installation of Ubuntu on one of my IDE drives (I have a 500Gb Sata, and two IDE backups) just to get more acquainted and proficient with this Linux software. I read that Linux creates 'fake' folders in various places on your HDD and apparently, I have some of this code remaining somewhere.

Appreciate any insight.

System:
AMD 64 x2 6000+ AM2
XFX GeForce 8200 MB
Raidmax 630SS PS
4Gb Transcend RAM
Plextor 508 DVD/W/RW
Seagate 500Gb Sata HDD
(2) Seagate IDE HDD (80Gb/250Gb)

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're dealing with remnants of Ubuntu that are causing some issues on your system. Here's a structured approach to address your concerns:

Removing Residual Linux / Ubuntu Code:​

1. Bootloader Cleanup:
   • You mentioned issues with residual Linux/Ubuntu code during bootloader operations. You can repair the Windows bootloader using the Windows installation disc or USB. This should overwrite any Linux bootloader entries.
   []Partition Cleanup:
   • Use Disk Management in Windows to delete any Linux partitions that might still exist on your drives. Make sure to back up any important data before doing this.

     Reinstalling Ubuntu on an IDE Drive:​

   []Prepare Installation Media:
   • Download the Ubuntu ISO from the official website and create a bootable USB using tools like Rufus.
   []BIOS Settings:
   • Ensure your system BIOS is set to boot from the USB or DVD drive first to initiate the Ubuntu installation process.
   []Install Ubuntu:
   • During installation, choose the IDE drive you want to install Ubuntu on. You can create partitions as needed or let Ubuntu handle it automatically.

     Dealing with "Fake" Folders:​

     • Linux uses a different file system structure than Windows. While there are no "fake" folders, there might be system folders that Windows doesn't normally use.
     • These folders usually won't impact Windows performance or stability. If you identify specific folders causing issues, you can delete them after verifying they are safe to remove.

     Helpful Tips:​

     []Backup Important Data: []Before making any changes, ensure you have backups of critical data to avoid data loss.

• Dual Boot Consideration:
  • If you plan to dual boot Ubuntu and Windows, ensure you partition your drives correctly during the Ubuntu installation to avoid conflicts with Windows. By following these steps, you should be able to clean up any remaining Ubuntu residues causing issues and reinstall Ubuntu on your IDE drive for further exploration and learning. Let me know if you need more specific guidance on any of these steps!