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The thread discusses how to combine two separate NTFS partitions (F: and G:) on a Windows XP system into a single partition. The original poster expresses concern about deleting the primary F: partition, while a responder advises backing up data, noting that the simplest method involves deleting both partitions to create unallocated space before reformatting. The overall tone is helpful, with guidance on precautions to take before modifying disk partitions.
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Hi,

On XP Drive 0 I have C: with XP and have another couple of drives as well.

and Drive 1 is F: Primary and G: Extended each about 37GB.

I have Drive 2 D: 80GB Extended partition...

I want to join both F and G together as 1 partition mainly the G: one.

Though Disk Mgmt Storage how can I do that.

I was afraid to delete the leading F: partition as it is primary.

Thanks

All are NTFS

oz
 

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ussnorway
Just delete both f and g back to unallocated space then reformate the drive however you like.

1. Back up any important data from the two drives first… there is software around that can repartition a hdd without formatting it first but I've not been overly impressed with any of the ones that work within xp.

2. Take a note of page files, recovery partitions or other hidden partition on that hdd?

3. Confirm that no folders (like my downloads) are being redirected to the F or G drive before you proceed.

p.s. yes, a primary partition within a drive can hold a boot section but doesn’t have to and in fact doesn't in your case, so it is just another storage drive.
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Just delete both f and g back to unallocated space then reformate the drive however you like.

1. Back up any important data from the two drives first… there is software around that can repartition a hdd without formatting it first but I've not been overly impressed with any of the ones that work within xp.

2. Take a note of page files, recovery partitions or other hidden partition on that hdd?

3. Confirm that no folders (like my downloads) are being redirected to the F or G drive before you proceed.

p.s. yes, a primary partition within a drive can hold a boot section but doesn’t have to and in fact doesn't in your case, so it is just another storage drive.
 

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