Simplify the process of setting up complex operating systems.
Simplify the process of setting up complex operating systems.
Hello, I need to set up three operating systems on different drives. You have an ADATA SSD with 65 GB partitions for each OS and a large 2 TB hard drive ready to be split into three parts. The question is how to partition the hard drive so each OS has its own dedicated space without mixing files. Alternatively, you might consider switching to a faster storage option like an Intel Optane or a larger 4 TB drive if you prefer.
I faced a comparable issue with my laptop (dual booting Ubuntu and Windows) and everyone suggested using an external drive.
i've set up dual booting with Windows and Ubuntu successfully before. the process mainly involves installing Windows first, then Ubuntu (which takes care of the rest). I use Windows 7 and Ubuntu 12.04 for all three systems. My plan is to partition the drives in three ways: install Windows, follow with Ubuntu, and finally fix the Windows bootloader that's broken. Once that's done, I configure the correct boot flags on the OSX partition so everything boots correctly through Grub. I've faced more challenges than reinstalling Windows via Grub before.
Optane is designed exclusively for the latest Intel 200 series chipset. CPU needs aren't clear—whether it's Kabylake or Skylake, it still functions. You're wondering if a 2TB drive should count as three physical drives? Instead of partitioning everything for the OS you want to install, consider leaving the rest unallocated for the next one.
I understand the process. I still have the dual boot setup. I was planning to create a second partition, but it isn't working.
This was my initial idea—just use the 200-series drives on an SSD for quicker startup, then set up a second disk with extra space.
You have flexibility in organizing partitions depending on your setup. Using GPT on the drive lets you manage partitions, but ensuring only the operating system sees them is unclear. It seems unnecessary unless the OS you're using currently requires access. Running multiple OSes isn't practical for most users, though virtualization can help. For macOS, it's less common to use triple booting, so sticking with one OS and creating virtual environments might be simpler. If hardware access matters, a level 1 hypervisor would be needed, which you haven’t tested yet. It’s something worth exploring if you’re open to trying.