With dual load, how to delete the Linux partition


  1. jrj350
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    With dual load, how to delete the Linux partition


    I have Windows 7 and Linux Ubuntu, dual load configuration.
    I want to delete the Ubuntu partitions and have just Windows 7.
    I am concerned that at this time, GRUB2 is controlling the load sequence and if I delete the Ubuntu partitions I will not be able to load Windows 7, because the mbr has been altered.
    I need to know how I can restore the mbr and safely delete the Ubuntu partitions.
    Thanks
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  3. Golden
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    James,

    This will help:
    MBR - Restore Windows 7 Master Boot Record
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  4. jrj350
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    Thank you Golden - It definitely helped.
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  6. Golden
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  7. gregrocker
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    Do you now have System Recovery Options on F8 Advanced Boot Options?

    Moving or restoring the Win7 boot files by marking the target partition Active and then running Startup Repair - Run up to 3 Separate Times is the only way all boot parameters are tested and repaired. All other methods leave out important aspects like System Recovery Options on F8.
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