Can I resize my bootcamp partition without reinstalling Windows?

Hi
I have recently installed an OEM version of the Windows 7 and I have allocated 50% space in the bootcamp?  I want to resize the partition now, to allocate lesser space for Windows.  How do I do it without reinstalling my Windows?  I mean I can't re-install my Windows as the OEM version allows only 1 installation. 

CampTune from Paragon http://www.paragon-software.com/home/camptune/ but it seems not yet Lion-enabled.
(The System requirements only mention up to Snow Leopard).
But since you are doing a reinstall of WIndows onto the same computer as the first time, you are entitled to use your OEM version for it.
Stefan

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