How to Remove Android OS from D Drive on Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit

Removing the Android OS Drive from a Computer Running Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit

If you have installed the Android operating system on a separate drive on your computer and are running Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit as your primary operating system, you may find that the Android drive takes up unnecessary space and want to remove it. This article will provide a detailed guide on how to safely and effectively remove the Android OS drive from your computer.

Why Remove the Android OS Drive?

There are several reasons why you may want to remove the Android OS drive from your computer. Perhaps you no longer use the Android operating system and want to free up space on your computer. Or, maybe you want to sell or give away your computer and want to ensure that all personal data and operating systems are removed. Whatever the reason, removing the Android OS drive is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few simple steps.

Identifying the Android OS Drive

Before you can remove the Android OS drive, you need to identify it. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Open the Disk Management tool on your computer. You can do this by searching for "disk management" in the Start menu.
2. In the Disk Management tool, you will see a list of all the drives on your computer, including the Android OS drive.
3. The Android OS drive will typically be labeled as "Android" or "OS," and will have a file system of "EXT3" or "EXT4."

Backing Up Data

Before removing the Android OS drive, it is important to back up any data that you want to keep. This includes personal files, settings, and applications. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Boot into the Android operating system on the drive you want to remove.
2. Connect an external storage device, such as a USB drive or external hard drive, to your computer.
3. Copy any important files from the Android OS drive to the external storage device.

Removing the Android OS Drive

Once you have backed up any important data, you can remove the Android OS drive. To do this, follow these steps:

1. Shut down your computer completely.
2. Unplug the power cord from your computer.
3. Open the computer case and locate the Android OS drive.
4. Unscrew the drive from the case and carefully remove it.
5. Reattach the computer case and plug the power cord back in.
6. Start up your computer and verify that the Android OS drive is no longer detected.

References

• How to Safely Unmount and Remove Internal and External Drives in Windows
• How to Safely Uninstall Linux and Dual Boot Windows
• How to remove a second OS from a dual boot system

Note: This article assumes that you have a basic understanding of how to navigate your computer's file system and are comfortable working with hardware. If you are not comfortable with these tasks, it is recommended that you seek the help of a professional.