How to Uninstall Ubuntu Linux from a Dual Boot System with BootIt NG
You need to be in windows, (this is an .exe) and download this file http://www.terabyteunlimited.com/bootitng.html BootIt Next Generation.This program does cost money however, obtaining a free utility has been elusive., When downloaded, run the...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: You need to be in windows
Also this is NOT the only software that can perform this task.
There are a large variety of programs you can purchase that will perform this function. -
Step 2: (this is an .exe) and download this file http://www.terabyteunlimited.com/bootitng.html BootIt Next Generation.This program does cost money however
, (The CD option makes a cd .iso image so you will need a program to burn it to the cd.) Note:- If your system doesn't show screen while booting, Choose other video option available from the settings.
Create ISO and burn CD again with new video driver.
Using Re-writable cd will be a good option, in case you need to burn CD's again. , Once you boot into the program do not install it to your HDD. ,, Click the oval on the left side of the window (yes you can use your mouse!) to go to your primary HDD. , Now you should have a format-less partition that says free space after it. , The program will run an error check which may take a while depending on your partition size. , Once you do that the program will allocate all that space back to your primary partition. , Select your windows partition ,, This will remove grub and set your MBR back to its original state. ,, Your computer should restart normally into windows. -
Step 3: obtaining a free utility has been elusive.
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Step 4: When downloaded
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Step 5: run the setup.
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Step 6: Make a bootable floppy or CD
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Step 7: either choice works.
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Step 8: Next you will restart your computer with the cd or floppy in the drive.
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Step 9: Click cancel to run the program from your cd or floppy.
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Step 10: Go to partition work.
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Step 11: Select and delete every partition except for your standard windows partition.
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Step 12: Select your windows partition and click resize.
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Step 13: Type in the largest size in the prompt unless you have other plans for some of that space.
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Step 14: If you installed grub the bootloader
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Step 15: you will need to reset your MBR (master boot record) or else you can't boot up because grub will crash.
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Step 16: Go to view MBR on the left.
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Step 17: Select your windows partition and click STD MBR.
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Step 18: Click apply and the changes will take effect.
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Step 19: Eject your media and use the file option at the top left to reboot.
Detailed Guide
Also this is NOT the only software that can perform this task.
There are a large variety of programs you can purchase that will perform this function.
, (The CD option makes a cd .iso image so you will need a program to burn it to the cd.) Note:- If your system doesn't show screen while booting, Choose other video option available from the settings.
Create ISO and burn CD again with new video driver.
Using Re-writable cd will be a good option, in case you need to burn CD's again. , Once you boot into the program do not install it to your HDD. ,, Click the oval on the left side of the window (yes you can use your mouse!) to go to your primary HDD. , Now you should have a format-less partition that says free space after it. , The program will run an error check which may take a while depending on your partition size. , Once you do that the program will allocate all that space back to your primary partition. , Select your windows partition ,, This will remove grub and set your MBR back to its original state. ,, Your computer should restart normally into windows.
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