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Corrupted OEM Partition - best method to reinstall Windows 7?
I have a Lenovo OEM installed copy of Windows 7. I need to reinstall Windows 7 on it using my own disk.
On the laptop, I have 4 partitions;
Partition one called SYSTEM_DRV (200MB),
Partition two called Windows (890 GB),
Partition three for Drivers (25GB)
Partition four (20GB).
If I need to reinstall a clean Windows 7, what do I do with these 4 partitions?
Can someone please explain clearly on what's the best way to reinstall - Should I delete all partitions and then start? OR should I keep the SYSTEM_DRV partition - i.e. is this partition mandatory for BOOT OR does the Windows installation create its own BOOT partition?!!
Also, my current Partition two is non readable, and that's what contains the Windows folder.
Chkdsk ran for 5 days, and while I wasn't observing, the system rebooted - I want to know if it happens after Chkdsk?
Would formatting or wiping my Partition two - solve the corruption issue? Currently this partition is non-readable even from the command prompt.
I have searched so many threads and can NOT find anyone explain this clearly. So, if you don't know a simple answer, please don't respond.
All data backup has already been done.