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@osamaameen wrote:
I have recently bought a HP Omen (windows 8.1, i7 processor, 2.5GHz clock speed, 512GB SSD, 16GB DDR3 RAM, 4GB VRAM).
I am having an issue with the disk management (partitioning). When I open 'My Computer', i notice that my SSD is partitioned into two parts - C:Drive (460GB) and D:Drive (14GB, HP recovery drive).
Previously I used to partition my HDD into two so that i use my C:Drive for system files and D:Drive for program and other storage purposes. I work with many important files and programs that I fear might get lost incase of a system recovery. I am not being able to further partition my 460GB C:Drive now under Disk Management.
Please advice me in this regard on how to partition my C:Drive further and is it advisable to do so with recent SSD based Laptops such as mine.
Osaa
(HP Omen)
The first thing you must do is create a usb recovery flashdrive. You will need a 16GB flashdrive.
Be aware that making any chenges to the recovery partitions will cause loss of the ability to recover from the startup menu or within windows. Do not save anything into the partition!
Why do you say that you are unable to further partition your C: partition within disk management?
Your OS is partitioned in GPT format with UEFI support. That means the four partition primary limitation of MBR type partitions does not apply. If you shrink the C: partition you should be able to create more partitions without issue. Do not attempt to use the same drive letter that the recovery partition has.
I highly recommend that you use a cloning software product to clone a copy of your SSD as it currently is to an external hard disk. I recommend using Paragon software's Backup & Recovery 15.
Disclaimer: Since I am a Microsoft MVP, Paragon Software does provide me with reviewer copies of their software for me to review and use. I have had great results with their backup products.Being able to completely backup hard disks enables me to really put the HP product loans through the grinder.
I am a volunteer forum member. If my suggestion helped you solve your issue, help others by marking that post as the accepted solution. Say thanks by clicking on the Yes button next to the "was this reply helpful?"
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@osamaameen wrote:
I have recently bought a HP Omen (windows 8.1, i7 processor, 2.5GHz clock speed, 512GB SSD, 16GB DDR3 RAM, 4GB VRAM).
I am having an issue with the disk management (partitioning). When I open 'My Computer', i notice that my SSD is partitioned into two parts - C:Drive (460GB) and D:Drive (14GB, HP recovery drive).
Previously I used to partition my HDD into two so that i use my C:Drive for system files and D:Drive for program and other storage purposes. I work with many important files and programs that I fear might get lost incase of a system recovery. I am not being able to further partition my 460GB C:Drive now under Disk Management.
Please advice me in this regard on how to partition my C:Drive further and is it advisable to do so with recent SSD based Laptops such as mine.
Osaa
(HP Omen)
The first thing you must do is create a usb recovery flashdrive. You will need a 16GB flashdrive.
Be aware that making any chenges to the recovery partitions will cause loss of the ability to recover from the startup menu or within windows. Do not save anything into the partition!
Why do you say that you are unable to further partition your C: partition within disk management?
Your OS is partitioned in GPT format with UEFI support. That means the four partition primary limitation of MBR type partitions does not apply. If you shrink the C: partition you should be able to create more partitions without issue. Do not attempt to use the same drive letter that the recovery partition has.
I highly recommend that you use a cloning software product to clone a copy of your SSD as it currently is to an external hard disk. I recommend using Paragon software's Backup & Recovery 15.
Disclaimer: Since I am a Microsoft MVP, Paragon Software does provide me with reviewer copies of their software for me to review and use. I have had great results with their backup products.Being able to completely backup hard disks enables me to really put the HP product loans through the grinder.
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