In reply to a post by JM_:

Hi,

I have not downloaded the above yet.

I have looked at the Computer Management.

it shows :

( C : )

7.66 GB NTFS Healthy System

11.48 GB Unallocated.


I 'd like to extend ( C drive ) to 16 GB

The rest 3.14 GB I'd like to create Drive D.

What steps do I have to take.

Also the unallocated space does not show whether it is NTFS. Does that matter.

Thanks

JM_

I've actually never used Windows 2000. Gone through all other versions of Windows from version 3 to Vista. Also used DOS, DR-DOS and Linux too (currently typing this on a Linux/Vista dual-boot rig).

Anyhow, it's all basically the same. So here is some more information to help you further.

To extend your primary partition (drive C) from 7.66GB to 16GB you must use DiskPart as described in links provided in my previous posts. It is operated from within the command prompt. Open the command prompt and then type CD C:\program files\resource kit and press enter then type diskpart.

To create a second logical partition of 3GB (Drive D), you can also do this from the DiskPart command prompt. But it is probably far easier to use the graphical interface within Windows 2000 Disk Management. Follow the Microsoft instructions contained within HOW TO: Manage Drives and Partitions in Windows 2000. It is only about 10 clicks of your mouse button. The instructions also tell you how to format the new logical drive D and is only a further 2 clicks of your mouse.

Here are two more articles for you to read to increase your understanding and knowledge:
Comprehensive list of DiskPart commands
Disk Partitioning - Wikipedia

And don't forget to back-up all your data before you start changing your partitions!!

Edited by cozumel (Tue 09-Jun-09 13:03:47)

Hi cozumel,

Thanks for your posts.

There seems to be lots to learn !

I have not got back-up facility. I'll have to sort that out. Unless I risk it.

in the meantime I have downloaded Diskpart software from the link you have given.

I have tried out the two steps mentioned in your post

" To extend your primary partition (drive C) from 7.66GB to 16GB you must use DiskPart as described in links provided in my previous posts. It is operated from within the command prompt. Open the command prompt and then type CD C:\program files\resource kit and press enter then type diskpart. "

It then shows :

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DISKPART >

what do I enter after that ?

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Also, from the Computer Management it shows

that the existing C drive is ' basic ' NTFS

the unallocated does not say anything.

Does that matter ?

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Thanks for your help. Much appreciated.

JM

In reply to a post by JM_:

I have tried out the two steps mentioned in your post

" To extend your primary partition (drive C) from 7.66GB to 16GB you must use DiskPart as described in links provided in my previous posts. It is operated from within the command prompt. Open the command prompt and then type CD C:\program files\resource kit and press enter then type diskpart. "

It then shows :

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DISKPART >

what do I enter after that ?

Type list volume and press enter

What is the response on screen?

Note: The fact that your unallocated space is not displayed on Computer Management is not important. Windows will not 'see' space that has not been allocated for use

Note 2: As for the back-up situation. Although there is no risk running the commands above, there will be in the next stages. Your data is at risk and you mentioned in your opening post how you did not want to lose data. Would it not be possible to save documents, photos etc to cd/dvd or email them to yourself to retrieve in case of loss? The instructions I am giving may not be correct as I have never used your operating system. I am basing my answers on my knowledge of other systems and the instructions given on the links I provided. I could make innacurrate suggestions (although I don't think I will), for which I accept no liability if any data is lost, corrupted or irretrievale. You accept full liability and sole responsility for any actions you take including following the advice or suggestions provided. Any subsequent losses are your liability alone.

Diskpart will not extend your system partition.

You will need to use gparted or similar.

Hi Cozumel,

Thank you for your assistance. I understand the precaution I should take. It will take me a while to save all the files. I'll try and have a go at saving the important files

Here is what is shown. I can't fit it all on one line :

Dispart > List Volume


Volume ### Ltr Label Fs Type Size
Volume 0 D CD-Rom 0B
Volume 1 C NTSF Partition 7844 MB
Status Info

Volume 1 Healthy System

Microsoft Diskpart Version 5.1.3553

( Then there is a list of commands eg . EXTEND )
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Thanks

JM

Diskpart >

Volume ### Ltr Label Fs Type Size Status Info
Volume 0 D CD-Rom 0B
Volume 1 C NTSF Partition 7844 MB Healthy System


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Posting again !
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In reply to a post by Anonymous:

Diskpart will not extend your system partition.

You will need to use gparted or similar.

You could be right. Have you tried DiskPart to extend a partition? Anyway, it is worth a try as another poster said it does work...

In reply to a post by JM_:

Dispart > List Volume


Volume ### Ltr Label Fs Type Size
Volume 0 D CD-Rom 0B
Volume 1 C NTSF Partition 7844 MB
Status Info

Volume 1 Healthy System

Microsoft Diskpart Version 5.1.3553

Okay then, to continue from the above point:

Type Select Volume 1
This command selects the volume that you will be managing. To confirm it is selected you could type 'list volume' again and you should have a star or a cross or asterisk next to Volume 1 (your drive C NTFS)

If all is good then do this:
Type Extend size=8540
This will (hopefully) add a further 8540MB to your existing drive C 7844MB to give a tolal of 16384MB=16GB (1024MB=1GB)

List volume again to see if it has worked (fingers crossed)

edit: Sorry for the delay. I went out last night....

Edited by cozumel (Wed 10-Jun-09 11:54:41)

Cozumel,

That's great.

Very clear.

I wasn't sure about the commands.

I'll have a go at saving some files and then have a go.

Thanks for all your help.

JM

It may not work as the unallocated space is not formatted. So, if it fails to extend we could try creating your second partition (formatted with NTFS) and then extending the size of drive C afterward. Not sure what comes first. The chicken or the egg lol And it still may not work...the anonymous dude has got me thinking...I'm sure it must be possible with the Microsoft tools though (it has to be).