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    This seems out of place. I understand you want to install Linux or Unix, but you are asking about extracting Windows and NTFS/FAT partitions. Commented Aug 21, 2013 at 16:53
  • I assume windows uses a UEFI application stored on the ESP (EFI SYSTEM PARTITION) as boot loader. Check your UEFI setup which application the Windows 8 boot entry loads or check the applications on the ESP. Commented Aug 21, 2013 at 17:13