How to merge new volume in disk management

To merge a new volume in Disk Management, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Disk Management

1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type diskmgmt.msc and press Enter to open Disk Management.

Step 2: Identify the new volume

1. In the Disk Management window, you'll see a list of disks and volumes.
2. Look for the new volume you want to merge. It will be listed as a separate volume with a different drive letter (e.g., E:, F:, etc.).

Step 3: Right-click the new volume

1. Right-click the new volume you want to merge.
2. Select "Extend Volume" from the context menu.

Step 4: Select the volume to merge with

1. In the "Extend Volume" wizard, select the volume you want to merge the new volume with. This is usually the largest available volume.
2. Click "Next" to continue.

Step 5: Confirm the merge

1. Review the merge details to ensure you're merging the correct volumes.
2. Click "Finish" to complete the merge process.

Step 6: Verify the merge

1. Go back to the Disk Management window to verify that the merge was successful.
2. The new volume should now be merged with the selected volume, and the combined space should be available as a single volume.

Tips:

• Make sure you have enough free space on the volume you're merging with to accommodate the new volume.
• If you're merging multiple volumes, you can repeat the process to merge them into a single volume.
• If you're unsure about merging volumes, consider creating a system image backup before proceeding.

Remember to always exercise caution when modifying your disk configuration, as it can affect your system's stability and data integrity.