How to remove an extension of data store (while keeping the files)?

Hello world

I am looking for a way to move/delete an extension of my single data store. My data store consists of 2 extends from ~ 150 GB each. The data on this subject would be inserted in the Go ~ 150 remaining.

Is this possible? If yes how? ESXi automatically rearrange the data to avoid losing data while dropping an extension?

Thank you

Robert

It is not possible to remove a measure and keep the original data store.  You must move your data, delete the data store and then re-create.

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