F5F Stay Refreshed Software Operating Systems Yes, you can delete the system reserved partition after performing an MBR2GPT operation.

Yes, you can delete the system reserved partition after performing an MBR2GPT operation.

Yes, you can delete the system reserved partition after performing an MBR2GPT operation.

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seanyb63
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05-11-2016, 12:36 AM
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You've changed your storage format, but the system remains reserved. It's safe to remove it since it won't boot from. Having it takes up space doesn't matter anymore.
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seanyb63
05-11-2016, 12:36 AM #1

You've changed your storage format, but the system remains reserved. It's safe to remove it since it won't boot from. Having it takes up space doesn't matter anymore.

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RarY_YT
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05-19-2016, 12:21 AM
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I wouldn't bet on my system failing at just 350mbs. It might be a recovery partition that Windows retains certain files.
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RarY_YT
05-19-2016, 12:21 AM #2

I wouldn't bet on my system failing at just 350mbs. It might be a recovery partition that Windows retains certain files.

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agossie
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05-19-2016, 07:03 PM
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It seems unlikely that removing this data would be advisable. The amount gained is minimal—just 350MB—while your storage capacity is substantial at 1.5TB.
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agossie
05-19-2016, 07:03 PM #3

It seems unlikely that removing this data would be advisable. The amount gained is minimal—just 350MB—while your storage capacity is substantial at 1.5TB.

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Dabadone
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05-19-2016, 07:21 PM
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It seems unnecessary to convert it to GPT unless you're setting up a new installation that supports EFI boot.
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Dabadone
05-19-2016, 07:21 PM #4

It seems unnecessary to convert it to GPT unless you're setting up a new installation that supports EFI boot.

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JadenOfficial
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05-21-2016, 12:24 PM
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The designated storage area holds the boot loader, setup files, and recovery options. Therefore, deleting it isn't advisable unless you're okay without being able to start Windows.
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JadenOfficial
05-21-2016, 12:24 PM #5

The designated storage area holds the boot loader, setup files, and recovery options. Therefore, deleting it isn't advisable unless you're okay without being able to start Windows.

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brucewoo
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05-21-2016, 04:16 PM
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Mira won before I did.
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brucewoo
05-21-2016, 04:16 PM #6

Mira won before I did.

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JosPay12
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05-22-2016, 05:25 PM
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Supporting multiple operating systems on one machine, creating complex boot configurations, dividing a Windows partition for easy replacement of the OS without affecting hidden sections or several file groups. Quickly accessing a drive. This approach works because the MBR limits partitions to four and Windows enforces that restriction immediately.
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JosPay12
05-22-2016, 05:25 PM #7

Supporting multiple operating systems on one machine, creating complex boot configurations, dividing a Windows partition for easy replacement of the OS without affecting hidden sections or several file groups. Quickly accessing a drive. This approach works because the MBR limits partitions to four and Windows enforces that restriction immediately.

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05-22-2016, 09:41 PM
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You can check the contents by opening the file directly. Right-click the file and select "View File Info" or use a terminal command like `cat recovery.txt` depending on your system. This will display the actual data stored inside.
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YoshiPlays_
05-22-2016, 09:41 PM #8

You can check the contents by opening the file directly. Right-click the file and select "View File Info" or use a terminal command like `cat recovery.txt` depending on your system. This will display the actual data stored inside.

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Azastias
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05-26-2016, 05:51 AM
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You're unfamiliar with MBR2GPT, aren't you? Smile
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Azastias
05-26-2016, 05:51 AM #9

You're unfamiliar with MBR2GPT, aren't you? Smile

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05-26-2016, 08:28 PM
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It seems I overlooked the EFI partition in the image.
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iCrimsonEagle
05-26-2016, 08:28 PM #10

It seems I overlooked the EFI partition in the image.

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