Splitting a hard drive


  1. codyw
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    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 with SP1
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    Splitting a hard drive


    I have a laptop running Windows 7. Is there a way to split my existing hard drive and install Windows 7 on the other side for testing different AV's?
    I want to split it without interrupting anything.
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  3. Jonathan_King
    Posts : 13,354
    Windows 7 Professional x64
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    Sure, no problem, provided you have enough free space. See these tutorials:

    Partition or Volume - Shrink

    Partition or Volume - Create New
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  4. gregrocker
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    The Dual Boot works the same as with this: Dual Boot Installation with Windows 7 and Vista
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