convert logical partition to primary


  1. web
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    convert logical partition to primary


    hi i need to convert a logical partition to primary partition in win 7 ultimate, but cant seem to find a way to do it so far, i need to change the logical to primary so to be able to install an operating system on that partition.

    iv read that the MBR in win 7 will only accommodate 4 primary partition's but is this per disk drive? or only four!!?? overall!?

    hopefully a snapshot will be below any help will be gratefully received

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  3. Brink
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    Hello Web, and welcome to Seven Forums.

    You can also install an OS on a logical partition the same a primary partition. I've done it several times. :)
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  4. web
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    Brink said:
    Hello Web, and welcome to Seven Forums.

    You can also install an OS on a logical partition the same a primary partition. I've done it several times. :)
    OK brink thanks i never thought of just trying to install ill let u know how i get on I'm sure u couldn't use to tho? ....... what about the MBR thing is it per hard drive?
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  6. SIW2
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    Yes, there is one mbr per HD.
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