How to convert a Windows 7 MBR to a Windows 10 GPT Disk

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Since Microsoftno longer supportsWindows 7, it is only natural that the general public directs its attention to the next suitable OS available, and that isWindows 10.

While those that are part of business environments can always simply opt for the Windows 7Extended Supportfor business, this is only a temporary solution, so migrating to Windows 10 is your only viable long-term solution.

With the change in OS, you may also feel the need to make a change in the way yourpartitionsare set. For example, when migrating from Windows 7 to Windows 10, you may also want to change your disks from MBR to GPT.

That is why we’ve created this step-by-step guide that will show you precisely how you can convert your MBR disk to GPT, and be prepared for the OS migration.

How do I convert a Windows 7 MBR to a Windows 10 GPT?

Note:It is advised that you backup all of your data before the migration, or at least after the migration, in case one of the methods listed below fail and cause data loss.

1. Use EaseUS Partition Master

EaseUSPartitionMaster is one of the biggest names indisk partitiontools on the market, and for good reason:

This is how you convert a disk from MBR to GPT without data loss:

This method is by far the most efficient, as you don’t need to wipe your disks clean, perform any backups. Additionally, you can even use the bootable media created with this tool to make the conversion while you are upgrading from Windows 7 toWindows 10.

2. Use DiskPart

Back up your disk and then follow the steps below to convert your MBR disk to GPT.

Note:You can use this method even during the Windows 10 install process, as you also have access to the Command Prompt from there.

3. Use Disk Management

Back up your disk and then follow the steps below to convert your MBR disk to GPT.

4. Use MBR2GPT.EXE

Microsoft has provided a software solution called MBR2GPT.EXE, but it is only available in the Windows Creator’s Update. It is far more complicated than the solutions listed above, and if you want more info, check out Microsoft’sdocumentation pageon the matter.

By following these methods, you should be able to convert your disk from MBR to GPT, and be ready to migrate from Windows 7 to Windows 10 all at the same time.

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How to convert a Windows 7 MBR to a Windows 10 GPT Disk#

How do I convert a Windows 7 MBR to a Windows 10 GPT?#

1. Use EaseUS Partition Master#

2. Use DiskPart#

3. Use Disk Management#

4. Use MBR2GPT.EXE#