Expanding A Drive in Windows

Expanding A Drive in Windows




Expanding Drive In Windows



Before Starting

This process is not overly complicated but if you do not understand the instructions please feel free to reach out to us at 512-799-0401 x2


Expanding Drive

  • Right click on the Start button in the bottom right corner
  • Click Disk Management
  • On the lower ½ of the screen you will see the drive(s)
  • If a section is grayed out that is unallocated space meaning it is unusable
  • Right click on the last section that is usable
  • Usable sections have a solid blue line above them
  • Click Extend Volume
  • The Install Wizard will pop up
  • At the bottom right Click Next until the drive is expanded
  • If the drive does not fully expand you will need to repeat the process





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