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05-Nov-2009, 07:20 PM #1
Question Solved: Can I install Vista on 2nd partition?
Hello,

Will it work if I have a 250GB hard drive with these partitions:

Partition 1: 125GB with no OS installed
Partition 2: 125GB with Vista installed

Basically, can vista be installed on the second partition physically?
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05-Nov-2009, 08:36 PM #2
Yes.
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06-Nov-2009, 01:37 PM #3
Thank you.
Could anyone else confirm this? (It would really suck if I lost all my data)
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06-Nov-2009, 02:34 PM #4
Always run your regular backup routine before making major system changes.

You can dual boot with two Vista installations. I assume you already have the required two licenses.
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06-Nov-2009, 08:27 PM #5
Yes, you can install an operating system, including Vista, to whatever partition you choose (provided the format is compatible and the size is sufficient).

You can also make a mistake and install to an unintended partition, so be careful.
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07-Nov-2009, 04:15 PM #6
Thank you!
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