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[Q] HELP with Swap Partition

hi guys i have been searching the forums for tutorial on how to properly partition your sd card and your phone to use a swap partition for swapper. i heard it allows speed up performance for the phone while using some apps. can anyone pls help me with this. i just want a better performing GT540. thanks in advance

I'd be interested in a tutorial for this as well.
Thanks

Most opperating systems have a built in manager for it, including windows. Look on YouTube, that's how I did mine.
Or use clockworkmod.

lukemovement1 said:
Most opperating systems have a built in manager for it, including windows. Look on YouTube, that's how I did mine.
Or use clockworkmod.
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On windows you can create partitions but swap belongs to linux so unless you use a ubuntu live CD or a machine with ubuntu...
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lavero.burgos said:
On windows you can create partitions but swap belongs to linux so unless you use a ubuntu live CD or a machine with ubuntu...
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A ext2 partitions is the same on all operating system
Clockworkmod will also partition you sdcard

So i just create an ext2 partition on my sd? Then what's next?
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Back ur memory card up first. Depending what size memory card you have depends on the size of the partition
The most you will need is 2gb, I would only us 500mb.(2gb sdcard)
You need to have a fat32 partition for your normal data and the ext2 for the swap file. Then just put it back in you phone.
BTW I lost my last memory card trying to unpartition it. So if you only want 1 extra paelrtition use clockworkmod.

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lukemovement1 said:
back ur memory card up first. Depending what size memory card you have depends on the size of the partition
the most you will need is 2gb, i would only us 500mb.(2gb sdcard)
you need to have a fat32 partition for your normal data and the ext2 for the swap file. Then just put it back in you phone.
Btw i lost my last memory card trying to unpartition it. So if you only want 1 extra paelrtition use clockworkmod.
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after this, how can i configure swapper 2??
Thanks in advance

I think you tick a box. Download swapper2 from the market place, one of them has more options than the other

[Q] SD card broken after partitioning ?

Hello xda !
I really don't understand a word about partitioning, but without the App2sd integrated in ICS and CM9, i really got a lack of space for my data.
So I tried to partition my 16GB sandisk cl4 sdcard with rom manager (i don't even know if the rom does support it...) in a 512MB partition size and 64MB swap size.
But now, my sdcard isn't recognized by my phone, and unable to be mounted. In CWM recovery, I can press "mount sdcard" which means it is not mounted yet, and i get an ERROR. :crying:
So i've got two questions:
- Is there a way to repear my sdcard (maybe by re-partitioning it in FAT32) and make it recognizable by my computer ?
- Is it possible to expand internal storage in our defy with CM9 to do Apps2sd ?
So if someone could help me, it would be...GREAT ! :good:
Baxt, an xda-lover.
PS: the data in the card had been saved on my computer so no problem about recovering it :victory:

baxtandroid said:
Hello xda !
I really don't understand a word about partitioning, but without the App2sd integrated in ICS and CM9, i really got a lack of space for my data.
So I tried to partition my 16GB sandisk cl4 sdcard with rom manager (i don't even know if the rom does support it...) in a 512MB partition size and 64MB swap size.
But now, my sdcard isn't recognized by my phone, and unable to be mounted. In CWM recovery, I can press "mount sdcard" which means it is not mounted yet, and i get an ERROR. :crying:
So i've got two questions:
- Is there a way to repear my sdcard (maybe by re-partitioning it in FAT32) and make it recognizable by my computer ?
- Is it possible to expand internal storage in our defy with CM9 to do Apps2sd ?
So if someone could help me, it would be...GREAT ! :good:
Baxt, an xda-lover.
PS: the data in the card had been saved on my computer so no problem about recovering it :victory:
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use Linux and wipe it to zero...
or u can use other windows tools such as mini tool partition wizard
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Thanks i'm on windows so i'll try with mini tool partition wizard =)
EDIT: I chose FAT32 for the whole card, but should i choose logicial or primary ? What does that mean ?

Only use fat32 for primary....for secondary...use ext2 it will b fast.....but note then that partition will not b recognized in windows.....
Oh Nd...primary is d part where u will have ur songs n all...leave it to abt 13 gb.....d Rest format to ext2 and den use link2sd on ur phone....
N I wouldn't recommend swap on a cl4 card....it will significantly reduce ur card life....
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Ok so I've Made two partition with mini tool partition wizard:
1 - FAT32 of 13.5 GB as "primary"
2 - EXT2 of 1.4 GB as "primary" too
Il choose "apply", each time it's a success but the EXT2 partition disapears and the FAT32 one takes the whole card (14.91GB) instead of the 13.5 I asked for.
Then, on the phone the sdcard is recognized as "damaged" so the phone ask me to format it, then I press ok, but I still have 14.91GB assigned to the UMS (Mass Storage) and no any 2nde partition (according to the Link2SD app).
What am I doing wrong ?
But really big thanks to you, my sdcard is working, that's the important !
(sorry for my bad english)

Choose logical!!!
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For the EXT2 ? Already done, same result...

Sorry I don't have a PC to see d steps...but as far as I can remember...if u r using minitool ...den u need to click apply in the top left corner for every action.....
So...just format ur card again....den do delete all partitions...den partition ur card again....primary as fat32 and secondary(don't remember seeing logical...maybe so in newer version) as ext2.....remember to click apply after every step....oh btw one more thing....windows will not detect ur second ext2(which is a Linux fs) partition ever .....therefore mini tool will show dat part as unspecified or something.....just put it on ur mobile and run link2sd .....n select ur SD ext partition type(ext2) in d menu dat pops up......
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Want more help....check this guide.....dis is a post from my previous phone's blog.....I know der r many on xda too...but this is what I used and it worked no problem.....thanx to him(karan gandhi....one of d best devs I have known!!!!!!!)
http://galaxy551.wordpress.com/2011/06/29/sd-card-partitions-and-stuff-2/
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Thanks, i know what I was doing wrong, I have used a usb cable through my phone instead of an sdcard adapter.
But now i don't know what I did, but my sdcard isn't recognized anywhere, even in mini tool... That's kinda anoying...

Just use an adapter to connect it to pc and reformat the SD card. Delete all the partitions and keep it to one only (primary).

I can't ! It doesn't apear in my computer (by adapter or USB) I can't see or do anything on it, from phone or computer...

Questions go in the Q&A section

Sorry I didn't really see it as a question.
But anyone could help me recovering my micro-SD ?

Best partioning tool is gparted. There are a lot of boot able CD images containing it. Or use a live CD (or on USB) of Ubuntu.
Try an adapter (maybe loan one from someone). See any link2sd guide for how.
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You're sure my card will be recognized in Linux ?
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Also had this once.
Luckily one of my camera's was able to detect it and worked again when formatting it on my camera.
Here are also some tips:
... not allowed to add links yet
Just google 'sd card isn't recognized' and are some tips on a makeuseof website.

ok, you need to use minitool partition wizard to partition your sdcard perfectly and when you convert the partition files system, please dont forget to convert it to primary partition, also minitool can do that!

[Q] my hd2 only has 151mb of internal storage

why does my hd2 have 151mb of internal storage and only 91mb for installing apps. i have NexusHD2 ROM.:crying:

You have a 512MB HD2 (European). And most of that is taken by the system partitions and whatnot. You need data2ext or sth like that so that you can have more storage.

create ext4 partition on your sd card using mini partition tool, it will increase your internal memory.
Hit thanks if it helped :laugh:

it's normal that you have only this storage memory, Nexushd2 ROM are consuming a lot of memory.
You can move your apply on your sd-card if you have one or you can do that Rahil S say.

Marvlesz said:
You have a 512MB HD2 (European). And most of that is taken by the system partitions and whatnot. You need data2ext or sth like that so that you can have more storage.
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but i dont know how to create an ext4 partition on sd card, can someone please guide me through on how to do this.:crying:

I'm sorry, you will have to look for that yourself.
You can use the link in my signature, it's an HD2-specific search.

So when the ext partition is created, will some of the internal memory still be used up by apps that are on SD.
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When you create an ext partition, it becomes the internal memory for apps. No need to move anything to SD.

Yes but i have created ext partition of 1gb, yet I still get low memory message. I used titanium back app.
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You reflashed the rom? And chose Dataonext?

Marvlesz said:
You reflashed the rom? And chose Dataonext?
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i just created an ext4 partition of 1gb on the sd card using cwm. like rahil s indicated

No. Even after creating the ext4 partition, data and apps won't move on their own. You need to reflash the rom with the option "DataOnExt".
You can use TB to backup your apps, and restore after you re-install.

Is there another way, cause I don't want to mess around with the flashing stuff as I have bricked my phone in the past. I mean is there an alternative to flash like partition the SD card and use app like link2sd to move app data to sd
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Sorry for getting in the middle of your conversation,
but i believe that the best solution is data onext that it was stated above.
Tou should really give it a try!

eliaskammas said:
Sorry for getting in the middle of your conversation,
but i believe that the best solution is data onext that it was stated above.
Tou should really give it a try!
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Are you looking for 10 posts also? Because we've already agreed that DataOnExt is the best option. He DOES want to give it a try, so your post is pointless = You are looking for 10 posts. What's the sudden interest in the HD2 section for spamming?
Also, NO. Your apology for interrupting this conversation IS NOT acceptable.
Anyway, @OP:
I think the best option is to back up all your apps using Titanium Backup, reinstall the ROM with DOE option, and then reinstall TB and your apps.
No, using Link2SD will not help you. It doesn't work like that. Sorry.

go to market and dowload link2SD to link or move app to SD ext or
read this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1716124

better use native sd build
5warafat1 said:
why does my hd2 have 151mb of internal storage and only 91mb for installing apps. i have NexusHD2 ROM.:crying:
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u have a 512mb htc hd2 so only u have internal storage problem it is not a big deal.......first make a ext partion in sd card so u can use in two ways the ext partion:
1)for instaling native sd build(have more storage depend on how much u partion sd card ):highfive::highfive::highfive:
2)use app to sd or link to sd(help in move apps to sd ext partion:good:

5warafat1 said:
Yes but i have created ext partition of 1gb, yet I still get low memory message. I used titanium back app.
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U could try link2sd
Worked like a charm for me

[Q] Removing partition? :confused:

How to remove partition on sd card?

use minitool partitioning wizard..
just google it.. :beer:
hope it helps.
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first step
First unmount sd card.
second step
format sd card
partition will be no more .
press thanks if i helped u.
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ALTAMAS said:
first step
First unmount sd card.
second step
format sd card
partition will be no more .
press thanks if i helped u.
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partition will stay, it only FORMATS the partition
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iPanther said:
How to remove partition on sd card?
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you should be able to use the default windows disk management to remove it

backup ur files from sd card first at all:silly:

dude i have tried that medhod and it worked for me.
why u need to remove partition.
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ALTAMAS said:
dude i have tried that medhod and it worked for me.
why u need to remove partition.
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Op is asking how to remove partition.. not how to wipe/format partition.. so your answer is wrong for this question. So the correction..
You would remove it if you don't want to use the second or third(swap) partition anymore.
@ op.. use any partition managers like minitool, easus etc to remove it or as stated above windows disk management will do.. you would have to delete both partitions in sdcard and create a new partition of fat32.. search in Google.. you will find good guides..
But make a backup of sdcard first before doing it..
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if you use some kind of partition manager, you can remove the partition without losing data, but always backup

ipanther said:
how to remove partition on sd card?
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just unmount it and then format it

abhishekr700 said:
just unmount it and then format it
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That won't remove partition
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Deadly said:
That won't remove partition
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well..i think u are wrong
unmounting the sd card then formatting it removes partition u ca try it on ur phone

abhishekr700 said:
well..i think u are wrong
unmounting the sd card then formatting it removes partition u ca try it on ur phone
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err.. no.
Formatting only resets data on that partition. I mean it only clears data from that partition.. it won't delete the partition. Say you have 2 partition.
If you format in phone. It will format first partition. Second partition data will be intact. And it won't be deleted either.
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just use any partitioning tool to remove both partitions, then make a fat32 partition of the whole sdcard.

Deadly said:
err.. no.
Formatting only resets data on that partition. I mean it only clears data from that partition.. it won't delete the partition. Say you have 2 partition.
If you format in phone. It will format first partition. Second partition data will be intact. And it won't be deleted either.
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oh thanks man .i think i was wrong

hello, i;ve tried to use mini partition wizard, but my partition still remain on there.. any other solutions?
thanks

gothed said:
hello, i;ve tried to use mini partition wizard, but my partition still remain on there.. any other solutions?
thanks
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you should be able to use minitool to remvove any sd card partition
copy anything you want to save onto pc
open mini tool
delete all partitions on sd card
create a new partition of fat32
hit apply
you could if you wanted just merge the partitions or delete the unwanted partition then extend the other partition into unused space but the above method is quick and simple

Try formatting the sd-ext on CWM advanced tab
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use minitool . its free easy nd clean .

I have partition on sd card:confused and use it as internal storage for galaxy y. Will formatting and removing the partition corrupt the OS?

[Q] SD Partition

I already partitioned my sd card months ago but this totally bothered me. I 2nd partition is 1gb and when i open settings->apps->manage applications, it still shows that my internal memory is only 190mb. What seems to be the problem?
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You want to increase you internal storage?
Cant see what you want dude

Are you using any mods?
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There is no problem here
use link2sd to mount your 2nd partition then you can link apps to free up internal storage so you can install more apps
your total internal storage will not increase - only available storage if you link apps to sd card that are currently on internal or have lib files on internal
on most deodex custom roms after you have installed around 80 apps you will have between 30mb & 60mb of free internal storage depending on the data & cache of apps

vitafit said:
You want to increase you internal storage?
Cant see what you want dude
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I want to see in task manager that my internal memory has increased.
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No i am not using any mods.
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marcussmith2626 said:
There is no problem here
use link2sd to mount your 2nd partition then you can link apps to free up internal storage so you can install more apps
your total internal storage will not increase - only available storage if you link apps to sd card that are currently on internal or have lib files on internal
on most deodex custom roms after you have installed around 80 apps you will have between 30mb & 60mb of free internal storage depending on the data & cache of apps
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I know how to mount the 2nd partition. All i want is to see that my internal memory has inreased to 1.190gb. Because in task manager, it only shows that i only have 190mb, though i already partitioned my sdcard for 1gb.
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CrazeXDA said:
I know how to mount the 2nd partition. All i want is to see that my internal memory has inreased to 1.190gb. Because in task manager, it only shows that i only have 190mb, though i already partitioned my sdcard for 1gb.
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I don't believe you understand what a 2nd partition is/does
your total internal storage will not increase - that's impossible without repartitioning the internal storage & taking space from other internal partitions which would be stupid as you would take space from boot partition
an sd card partition is on your sd card so you split the total storage of your sd card into two therefore your total internal storage hasn't increased - you haven't put a bigger internal hd in
your 2nd partition size is displayed in the info in link2sd
what it does is take apps in internal space & place them in the 2nd partition - it then leaves a link file where the app was so basically the app still behaves like it's on internal but it's not

No, i understand. Well, that would be all. No problem anymore.
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using Link2SD doesn't increase your internal memory/RAM ... Link2Sd makes it easy for Android 1.6+ users with root privileges on their phone to move applications to the "SD card".

@CrazeXDA
Do you mean something like this?
(screenshot from my 5360)

vitafit said:
@CrazeXDA
Do you mean something like this?
(screenshot from my 5360)
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Yeah! Something like that! HOW?!
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Its possible with amarullz script
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1310309
Its a script that you put in your init.d folder.
But i cannot ensure that works on every rom/kernel kombo.
With hells fusion 50# kernel + evo x3 rom is it working (my daily use)

Want to see internal storage increase? Modify the ramdisk to mpunt the sdcards 2nd partition as /data and BAM there ya go

TheExploitedOne said:
Want to see internal storage increase? Modify the ramdisk to mpunt the sdcards 2nd partition as /data and BAM there ya go
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Yea, if your SDcard not partitioned yet, the rom will bootloop

TheRealModder said:
Yea, if your SDcard not partitioned yet, the rom will bootloop
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If you modify the fstab correctly and make userdata at least 1GB you should be fine. I've partirioned my sdcard to use external sd, cache, system, and userdata giving me much more space to install roms and apps. I'd recommend a more powerful sdcard to take away the lag
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TheRealModder said:
Yea, if your SDcard not partitioned yet, the rom will bootloop
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Oh i see what you mean.. My bad boss