Assign partition letter

[Jase]

I created a partition ('C' drive) for Windows during windows set up. How do I assign a letter to the remaining partition now that Windows is fully set up.

[Jack Hackett]

Open up Disk Management utility

Start -Run - type in diskmgmt.msc - OK

The utility opens

In the lower pane right click on the unallocated space of the drive, select New Partition, follow the prompts.

 

 

How to use Disk Management to configure basic disks in Windows XP

[Guest Wolfeymole]

What size is the bit that's left Jase?

[Jase]

What size is the bit that's left Jase?

 

203.59GB left

[Guest Wolfeymole]

Right click on My Computer and choose Manage.

 

Under Storage click Disk Management.

 

Right click the partition that is Unallocated and click Format.

[Jase]

Thanks.

[Guest Wolfeymole]

Let us know how you go Jase.

[Jase]

I've formatted the new partition ('E' drive). What is the next step as it is sort of 'greyed out'. I have several options if I right click on it.

[Goku]

What Operating System are you using? You might find the following article useful if you are on Windows XP.

 

How to change drive letter assignments in Windows XP

 

Hope that helps. :)

 

-- Goku

[Jase]

Sorry for the delay Goku. I had more problems with my PC freezing. Bought a new mobo today and everything seems tickety boo (touch wood). Hard Drive is also sorted thanks.

[Goku]

Glad you got it resolved Jase. Feel free to ask any more doubts or queries you may have. :)

 

-- Goku