How to merge partitions on Windows Vista?

Microsoft has made much improvement on Windows Vista, which not only makes this operating system own more powerful functions but also beautifies operating interface. Besides, the newly added functions of shrinking partition and extending partition of its built-in disk management tool can help us resize Vista partition without the help of the third party partition magic. However, these newly added functions still can not help us get perfect partition planning, because this tool does not have the commonly used function of merging partition in Vista. People who are familiar with disk management know merging partition is the best method for managing partition under many situations. However, it is not easy to merge partition Vista, because not only Vista built-in disk management tool but also much partition magic does not support merging partition. But luckily, the birth of MiniTool Partition Wizard changes this situation. With this partition magic, we can merge partition in Vista without worrying. MiniTool Partition Wizard is a piece of partition magic which can realize real partition merging in Windows Vista.

Solve the problems of merging partition in Vista by using MiniTool Partition Wizard
To solve the problems caused by merging partition with MiniTool Partition Wizard, we need to visit its official website http://www.partitionwizard.com to download this partition magic. Then, run it to begin to merge partition Vista.



This is the main interface of this partition magic. To merge partition in Vista, please select any partition. Then, click "Merge" button to enter the next interface:



In this interface, we can merge partition. Select the partition we want to expand (Tips: the partition label of this partition is the finial partition label). Then, click "Next>" to enter the following interface:



In this interface, select the partition that will be included to the other partition. Next, specify a folder name in the bottom text box (tips: this name is the name of the folder storing all data of this partition). Then, click "Finish" to go back to the main interface:



After going back to the main interface, we can see Disk1 has changed and the selected two partitions have been merged into one partition. However, this is just a preview. We need to click "Apply" to perform pending operations in "Operations Pending" area. After that, the task of merging partition is finished successfully.

After seeing the above operations, I believe users have had a basic understanding to the function of merging partition of MiniTool Partition Wizard in Vista. In fact, in addition to the function of merging partition in Vista, this partition magic has many other partition management functions which can help us solve almost all commonly seen problems of partition management, such as delete partition, move partition, create partition, format partition, convert file system, and change cluster size. If you are troubled by problems of partition management, hurry to download this partition magic to help you solve all problems.

How to resize partition for Server 2003?

As we all know, Windows Server 2003 always needs to receive and deal with many kinds of data. It always take place that partition use ratio in Server 2003 is out of balance. When encountering this kind of problems, we are supposed to resize partition for Server 2003. But the built-in disk management tool can not make it. The following picture shows its interface.



This is the operating interface of the tool. Right click any partition and we can see only few functions are provided, for example, Delete Partition, Format Partition, Change Drive Letter and Path. We can not resize partition with it. Therefore, if we are going to resize partition for Server 2003, professional partition magic is needed. And we can visit http://www.partitionstar.com to download the professional partition magic for Server 2003 – Partition Star Server Edition.

How to resize partition for Server 2003?
Partition Star allows us to resize partition for Server 2003 without damaging data. Then we’ll show how to resize partition for Server 2003 with this partition magic server.

After installing the partition magic, please launch it. We’ll see the following interface.



This is the main interface of the professional partition magic. Select the partition that will be resized and click “Move/Resize“. And we’ll see the following interface.



We can drag the two arrows or input exact value in the textboxes below to resize partition. Here, we’ll drag the right arrow rightward to extend partition. Then click “OK” to go back to the main interface.



We can see the selected partition has been extended. Then click “Apply” to perform the operations.

Through so simple operations, we have finished resizing partition for Server 2003. However, if we want to extend partition, it should be satisfied that there is unallocated space adjacent to the partition that will be extended. If there is not, we should first of all shrink other partition to get it. And “Move/Resize” function of Partition Star can help us. Besides, this professional partition magic is also able to copy partition, delete partition, format partition, wipe partition, change cluster size, convert FAT to NTFS and so on. Not only Windows Server 2003 but also other common Windows operating systems are supported, including Windows 2000 Server, Windows Server 2008, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8. For more detailed information about Partition Star, please visit its official website.

The best partition magic for Windows XP

How to manage Windows XP partition magically is always the problem all Windows XP users are concerned about. Although Windows XP has built-in disk management tool, it has great function limitations, unable to manage partition well. If we want to realize fine Windows XP partition management, third-party partition magic should be used. But it is not easy for us to choose partition magic software, for much partition magic in the software market is not satisfying and has function flaws. It often goes wrong or even damages partitions when we are managing partitions, bringing great troubles or serious losses. In order to avoid using that kind of partition magic, we suggest using MilfordSoft Partition Star to manage partitions. It can be taken as the best partition magic for Windows XP.

The best partition magic for Windows XP – MilfordSoft Partition Star
Many users may doubt that MilfordSoft Partition Star is the best partition magic for Windows XP. Then we’ll introduce the partition magic briefly to get rid of those doubts.



The above is the main interface of MilfordSoft Partition Star. In this interface, select any partition and we can find it is a very comprehensive partition magic which is able to finish almost all partition management operations. Seeing here, some users may think that it is still exaggerated to call it the best partition magic for Windows XP because some other partition magic may have same functions. But, this partition magic is also of simple operations. For all users getting familiar with the features of MilfordSoft Partition Star, we’ll show how to shrink partition with it.

Shrinking partition with MilfordSoft Partition Star
Please select the partition that will be shrunk and click “Move/Resize” button. We will see the following interface.



Drag the two arrows to shrink partition. And then click “OK” to go back to the main interface.



We can see the selected partition has been shrunk. Please click “Apply” to perform all operations. After MilfordSoft Partition Star stops operating, we have finished shrinking partition with this best partition magic.

Seeing the above demonstration, you may also think the operations simple. However, MilfordSoft Partition Star has more than two advantages. If you want to know its other virtues, please visit www.partitionstar.com to download this best partition magic and test it out.

Merging partitions for Windows Vista

Merging partitions to increase space is often done in partition management of Vista. When encountering lack of space, most Vista users will resize partition firstly. And this method is available. If there are partitions that are completely unused or used scarcely, users can merge partition with an inadequate one. And this method facilitates partition expansion in Vista. In merging partition on Vista, the professional partition magic, MiniTool Partition Wizard, is recommended for it has the function of "Merge Partition" and it can merge partitions without damaging data. Then, under what condition is merging partition needed?

When is merge partitions needed?
In Windows vista, if there is partition used less, it should be merged to the partition that needs expanding under the following conditions:
1. When Windows Vista runs more and more slowly, many users firstly want to clear junk in disk. If the system still runs slowly, this situation may caused by lack of space. Merging partitions can solve this problem.
2. Many users like to store large files such as movies or teleplays in disk. Along with the increase of those files, storage space will be inadequate. If users want to store new files without deleting the previous, the only method is to expand partition.
Under these conditions, users can merge partition. But how to merge partitions in Vista?

Merge Partitions in vista with built-in Disk Management
Although Vista built-in Disk Management doesn't cover a Merge Partitions function, merging partition can be realized through the following operations:
1. Click Control Panel in start list to enter interface of Disk Management.
2. Delete the partition adjacent to the one that will be expanded (Vista built-in Disk Management can allocate space to the adjacent partition)
3. Merge the unallocated space to the adjacent partition that will be expanded.
Although this process is completed, deleting partition will lead to data loss. If the two partitions that will be merged are not adjacent to each other, merging partition can not be realized in Vista. So MiniTool Partition Wizard is the best choice to merge partitions in Vista.

Notes for Using MiniTool Partition Wizard to Merge Partition in Vista
It is simple to use MiniTool Partition Wizard to merge partitions in Vista without any influence on data. But the two partitions that will be merged must both be NTFS. If there are FAT/12/16/32 partitions, they must be converted to NTFS by using the function"Convert FAT to NTFS". As the following pictures shows, if users want to merge Partition E: and F:, F: must be converted to NTFS firstly.



After conversion, Partition E: and F: can be merged by using "Merge Partition":



There are detailed instructions and please follow them to convert and merge partitions.
NOTE: The partitions that will be merged must be adjacent to each other. If they are not adjacent, users should use "Move/Resize Partition" to adjust the allocation and then merge partitions.If all partitions in Vista are used heavily, data management may be complicated after merging partition. In this situation, "Move/Resize Partition" of MiniTool Partition Wizard can shrink, move and expand partition. If more information about MiniTool Partition Wizard is wanted, please visit the official website: http://www.partitionwizard.com/.

How to resize partitions for Server 2003?

Does your Windows Server 2003 computer run slowly because of system partition space insufficiency? Do you need a partition magic which can help you resize partitions under Server 2003 to promote computer performance? If your answer is positive, I believe MiniTool Partition Wizard is a good choice for you. This partition magic has server edition which can run under Windows Server 2000, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, and other Windows Server operating systems perfectly, and it can also help us resize partitions Server 2003 without damaging data. Besides, this partition magic provides users with home edition which is free for individual and home users, enterprise edition, and professional edition. Users can download corresponding edition according to their demands. Detailed information can be got on the official website http://www.partitionwizard.com/.

Why do we need to resize partitions Server 2003?
As is well known, server computer is used to provide computers in working teams with multiple kinds of service, and it will read and write data frequently. Therefore, it requires fast processing speed and large storage space. Although server has good hardware configuration, the optimum performance of server computer still can not be achieved unless we perform a series of partition management, such as resize partitions under Server 2003reasonbly.
We all know that server computer must have extremely high safety and running efficiency. However, if Windows Server 2003 system partition is out of space, Windows Server 2003 will run slowly, and I believe all server computer managers are unwilling to see this condition. At this time, it is particularly important to extend Server 2003 system partition.

The best way to resize partitions Server 2003
We have said server requires extremely high data safety, so what we care about most is data safety when we resize partitions under Server 2003. Indeed, server computer often stores pretty important and commonly used data. Once these important data are lost, serious consequence will come. Fortunately, resizing Server 2003 system partition with MiniTool Partition Wizard will not bring any influence on data. Next, let's see how to extend Server 2003 system partition with MiniTool Partition Wizard.

First, run this partition magic to get its main interface, and then select the Server 2003 system partition in the main interface. Next, click "Move/Resize" functional button to enter the resizing interface like the following interface shows.





In the resizing interface, drag the right triangle rightwards to lengthen the partition handle to extend Server 2003 system partition. Next, click "OK" to go back to the main interface:



The above main interface shows Server 2003 system partition has been extended. However, this is just a preview, and we need to click "Apply" to perform operation. After all operations are performed, we are successful to resize Server 2003 system partition.

From the above demonstration, we can see it is very easy to resize partitions Server 2003 with MiniTool Partition Wizard. Furthermore, this partition magic has other powerful partition management functions, such as merge partition, change cluster size, copy partition and wipe partition. Hurry to download it for yourself.

The best way to extend partition in Server 2003 - MiniTool Partition Wizard

Many server users often need to extend partition in Server 2003, because server partition often runs out of space since server needs to cope with a large number of data every day. If we want to solve the problem of low disk space without data loss, extending partition timely is the best choice. Nevertheless, users who are familiar with server partition management know Server 2003 built-in disk management tool does not have the function of extending partition. So, how to extend partition in Server 2003? Generally, there are 2 ways to extend partition in Server 2003, namely using "diskpart" command or resorting to professional partition magic.

Extend partition in Server 2003 with "diskpart" command
To extend partition with "diskpart", there must be unallocated space behind and adjacent to target partition. Then, open command line tool and enter corresponding codes. Main steps are as follows:
1. Input "diskpart" in command line tool and click "Enter".
2. Input "list volume" and click "Enter" (check partition state and select the partition needing to be extended precisely).
3. Input "select volume x" and click "Enter" (x is the serial number of the partition we want to extend).
4. Input "extend" and click "enter".



The above interface shows it is difficult and complex to use "diskpart" to extend partition in Server 2003, and mistaken operations are easy to emerge. In addition, users who are not very familiar with knowledge of computer will have difficulties in extending partition. Therefore, this method has not been used widely.

Extend partition in Server 2003 with professional partition magic
Compared with "diskpart", professional partition magic offers quite friendly operating interfaces. Even if we know nothing about professional knowledge of computer, we can extend partition in Server 2003 easily.
After running professional partition magic, we can see its main interface:



Select the partition which needs extending and click "Move/Resize" button to get the next interface:



Drag triangles on both edges of the partition handle to lengthen partition handle and click "OK" to go back to main interface:



At last, click "Apply" to perform all operations to computer. Then, we can say the partition magic helps us extend partition in Server 2003 successfully.

If you are troubled by how to extend partition in Server 2003, it's time to visit http://www.partitionwizard.com to download the partition magic MiniTool Partition Wizard. It is the best assistant for extending partition.