Un-partitioning....

[biggestmexi]

i have a XP partition that i could care less about and want it for HDD space. Can i do this?

Its my main OS hdd.

[MisterSmith]

i have a XP partition that i could care less about and want it for HDD space. Can i do this?

Its my main OS hdd.

You would have to use software like Partition Magic to "re-absorb" the space into your main partition, but it is entirely doable. As long as you have another OS installed on a different partition it shouldn't be a problem.

And I know there are programs other than Partition Magic, but that is what I have experience with. It usually works pretty well for reclaiming space. Of course it works best (IMO) if you delete/reformat the partition before reallocating the space - there is far less chance of f-up as it is an easy process.

Edit - I just realized that the name of the software might have changed. I think the company was purchased and may now be under Symantec. The copy I have is a little old.

[MisterSmith]

Quick search turned up Easeus Partition Manager. The interface looks just like the PM software I used, but this is FREE. Good ratings on Download.com. Linky-linky. (http://download.cnet.com/Easeus-Partition-Manager-Home-Edition/3000-2248_4-10863346.html?tag=mncol)

[boosterp]

If it is XP pro you can do it under the administrative window, click on disk management.

[biggestmexi]

well its the XP that i want to get rid of.

I didnt see a selection under disk management that looks as if it would suit my needs.

theres only...

well my pc issa cunny. i will get them later.

[biggestmexi]

got it