Help Windows 7 SSD 101mb unallocated ?

[shadowman007]

Ok I did a reinstallation of Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit but when I was asked where I would like to
Install the Operating system I found there was a 101mb unallocated System Reserved this was not there
When I first time installed Windows 7 only my SSD and HDD were there I tried deleting it but there was no option
So I ignored it but know in Disk Management it shows the 101mb unallocated and has the option to only format it Can’t delete it still this 101mb unallocated is part of the SSD which has the Windows 7 operating system installed on it if I do format the 101mb unallocated what is the format ? Do I rename it as “System Reserve” or is there a way of deleting it but I do not want to delete it if its important even though if I do format it will erase anything that’s on it but I do not think there is.

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

Hello shadowman007, welcome to Seven forums!







Before we make any specific recommendations will you please post a snip/screen-shot of the entire disk management drive map with a full description as to which drive/partition is which, so we can see what you have going on as there may be a fairly simple way to resolve the situation.

In the Windows start menu right click computer and click manage, in the left pane of the "Computer Management" window that opens click disk management and post a snip of that.


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[richc46]

That is used for boot instructions. Leave it alone. It is required.

 

[zigzag3143]

Ok I did a reinstallation of Windows 7 Ultimate 64 bit but when I was asked where I would like to
Install the Operating system I found there was a 101mb unallocated System Reserved this was not there
When I first time installed Windows 7 only my SSD and HDD were there I tried deleting it but there was no option
So I ignored it but know in Disk Management it shows the 101mb unallocated and has the option to only format it Can’t delete it still this 101mb unallocated is part of the SSD which has the Windows 7 operating system installed if I do format it what is the format ? Do I rename it as “System Reserve” or is there a way of deleting it but I do not want to delete it if its important even though if I do format it will erase anything that’s on it but I do not think there is.

It is such a small partition I personally wouldnt mess with it. When installing it is created for both file expansion and to park boot files.

Other than for organization is there a reason you want to remove it?



Ken J

 

[gregrocker]

What you describe is confusing and could be set up incorrectly. Please post back the requested screenshot of Disk Management drive map and listings, using Snipping Tool in Start Menu - attach file using Paper Clip in Reply Box.

To access Disk Management, type it in Start Search box, click on result, make full screen.

Type Snipping in start search box, use it to draw a rectangle around the full drive map and listings.

Attach to post using paper clip.

 

[shadowman007]

Sorry am away from my PC am using my Laptop at the moment but will attach a picture later

But what am trying to say is in Disk Management where it says Disk 0 This is where my SSD is but also in the same Row but different box I got the 101mb unallocated This is part of the SSD that has been partitioned

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

Have a look at this tutorial at the link below for some info but if there's not a specific reason to remove the "System Reserved" partition it's best left intact, I do not suggest removing it.


Startup Repair - Run 3 Separate Times




If you have further questions feel free to ask them when you have the time at this same thread.

 

[shadowman007]

Have a look at this tutorial at the link below for some info but if there's not a specific reason to remove the "System Reserved" partition it's best left intact, I do not suggest removing it.


Startup Repair - Run 3 Separate Times




If you have further questions feel free to ask them when you have the time at this same thread.

Thank you Bare Foot Kid I mean I could reinstall Windows again 3rd time what do you say ? I have seen the Tutorials » SSD / HDD : Optimize for Windows Reinstallation
I mean I wount be losing any important stuff since I just installed windows yesterday I also have a 2TB HDD but this am sure I do not need to touch since this is for extra storage for Music, Movies Etc

 

[gregrocker]

There is no reason to reinstall WIn7 if you have good performance.

Just let us look at the Disk Mgmt screenshot and we can tell you if adjustments are needed.

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

In that case you would be justified in doing the "clean all" and creating a partition using the tutorial, before reinstalling to the SSD leave only the SSD connected for the install, disconnect the 2TB before you start.

   Information

After you have made backups of everything you care to save and you want to do a real wipe "secure erase" to the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) have a look at this tutorial at the link below, it over-writes everything, all the old Windows code including the old Windows drivers, everything all data, giving you the best possible space to install Windows 7 to; it goes hand-in-hand with a clean install.

SSD / HDD : Optimize for Windows Reinstallation

How to Do a Clean Installation with Windows 7

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[shadowman007]

In that case you would be justified in doing the "clean all" and creating a partition using the tutorial, before reinstalling to the SSD leave only the SSD connected for the install, disconnect the 2TB before you start.

   Information

After you have made backups of everything you care to save and you want to do a real wipe "secure erase" to the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) have a look at this tutorial at the link below, it over-writes everything, all the old Windows code including the old Windows drivers, everything all data, giving you the best possible space to install Windows 7 to; it goes hand-in-hand with a clean install.

SSD / HDD : Optimize for Windows Reinstallation

How to Do a Clean Installation with Windows 7

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Hi do I do both of the above or just anyone will do ?

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

Do the first one including creating the partition, just do the whole SSD, don't add a size for the partition, then do the clean install, where the first one leaves off the second picks up.

Just study then good before you start.

 

[gregrocker]

So no screenshot?

Wiping a new SSD is extreme and unnecessary wear.

Why not just post the screenshot and let us see if it's set up correctly. We can then move on to help you with any other issues so you have a great install.

 

[shadowman007]

Disk Management Screenshot 101mb unallocated

Ok please see the attached screenshot of my Disk Management sorry I forgot Disc 0 is my HDD and on Disc 1 I have my SSD which has Windows 7 on it I hope this doesn't matter ? or I can change the Sata 3 Ports over and have the SSD as my Disc 0 and HDD as my Disc 1 since the HDD is just there for extra storage.
Also noticed my SSD (C: ) does include a Primary Partition ???

 

[gregrocker]

It looks good, so if performance is also good then just a few minor changes can be made to make it completely correct.

DISK0 should not be marked Active if it is only a data disk. Only OS partitions should be marked Active or the System MBR could be derailed into DISK0 during a Repair.

You can mark DISK0 Inactive the same way it would be marked Active using this tutorial and the Win7 Command Line: http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/71432-partition-mark-active.html

Or you can mark DISKO Inactive at the same time you resize Win7 partition into the 101mb space to its left using the best partition manager for Win7, free Partition Wizard bootable CD: http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/93322-partition-wizard-use-bootable-cd.html

Let us know which you wish to do and we'll give you fuller steps if you need them. Someone may also be able to comment on your mobo ports question, and any other issues you might have with your new install.

 

[shadowman007]

Ok I installed Windows 7 on my SSD and formatted the 2TB HDD but i used Sata 2 port since this HDD is Sata 2 but I was just using Sata 3 port since it was not in use Well anyways this time again the HDD was Disk 0 and my SSD is Disk 1 but the HDD was not "Active" know it just says
"Healty (Primary Partition)" before it was "Healty (Active, Primary Partition)" just look at the screen shot I posted before does this mean it's inactive ? maybe using Sata 2 port has helped ?
Plus I do not have the 101mb unallocated anymore this shows up as "System Reserved"

 

[gregrocker]

Please post a new screenshot of Disk Management

 

[shadowman007]

Please post a new screenshot of Disk Management

Ok here's the New Screenshot see how the System Reserved is "Active" know should this be ???

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

Yes that's correct; are you having any issues booting to Windows?

 

[shadowman007]

Yes that's correct; are you having any issues booting to Windows?

No I boot into windows within 30 to 35 seconds with my SSD