hdd partition format problem

dynamo009

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hey got a problem. i buy a wd blue and make 3 partition. now they are all in primary format. i want know if keep them like this...is the any problem will occur like data loss, data corrupt?? and another question is if i convert them into logical if there any possibility of data loss?? help will be very appritiable. plz
 
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You can have up to four primary partitions on a hard drive, so there is no problem with what you have, it's fine.

Logical partitions are only created when you already have four primaries but you want more partitions, so you have to make an extended partition, then create logical partitions inside it.

Extended partitions are rarely used now as four partitions is usually enough for most people.

So, to summarise, there is no problem with having 3 primary partitions.
You can have up to four primary partitions on a hard drive, so there is no problem with what you have, it's fine.

Logical partitions are only created when you already have four primaries but you want more partitions, so you have to make an extended partition, then create logical partitions inside it.

Extended partitions are rarely used now as four partitions is usually enough for most people.

So, to summarise, there is no problem with having 3 primary partitions.
 
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