Question about partitions - ext2 and fat32 - logical/primary/extended

[androidmonkey]

I am using Ubuntu to partition my 8GB microSD card. Does it matter which partition is primary, logical, or extended? What should they be?

[bestwebs]

Hi,
I've done this and both fat32 and ext2 partitions should be primary.
I 1st had the fat32 partition and then added the ext2 partition.
My ext2 partition is 1.4 gb and the fat32 32 is 6.4 gb.

Hope that helps.

[darico18]

hey how do u partition your sd card.

i really need help thank you

[androidmonkey]

Originally Posted by darico18 hey how do u partition your sd card. i really need help thank you

I have Ubuntu Linux installed on my MacBook Pro (dual boot). You can download the Live CD for Ubuntu, but Im not sure if you can install applications. I had to install Gparted, a partition manager for linux. Once you install that, run it and pick your SD card. I had my G1 hooked via cable to my laptop. Create the first partition as FAT32 - Primary - whatever size you want, keep between 500MB - 1.5GB free for your EXT2 partition (2nd partition). Click "Apply". Next create the second partition using the leftover space - EXT2 - Primary. Click "Apply". You are done.

Ex. I have a 8GB microSD card

Partition 1 - FAT32 - Primary - 6.5 GB
Partition 2 - EXT2 - Primary - 1.5 GB

[bestwebs]

HI,
I use windows xp with a program called Paragon Partition Manager.

Originally Posted by darico18 hey how do u partition your sd card. i really need help thank you