3 Methods to Create New Partition in Windows Server
Content
- Why create new partition in Windows Server?
- How to create a new partition in Windows Server?
- Method 1. Create a new partition in Server with Disk Management
- Method 2. Create new volume in Server 2012/2016/2019/2022 using Command Prompt
- Method 3. Create new partition with Qiling Disk Master(recommend)
- Conclusion
Why create new partition in Windows Server?
When you set up a new Server laptop or computer, you'll often find that it has only a C partition visible in File Explorer. However, having only one partition is usually insufficient for storing system and data files, as well as applications, which is why creating a new partition in Windows Server 2012/2016/2019/2022 is often necessary. This allows you to separate system files from data files and applications, making it easier to manage and maintain your system.
● Systematic management: We typically keep system files on the C partition and separate data files on other partitions. Creating multiple partitions can help keep different types of files and data organized, preventing a cluttered system, applications, and personal files.
● Backing up files: Creating a well-organized partition helps in backing up important files and data by separating them into a specific partition, which can then be cloned or duplicated to another location for safekeeping. This ensures that critical information is protected and easily recoverable in case of data loss or system failure.
● Retrieving data: Accidentally deleting important files and folders is a common occurrence, and having a smaller partition size can actually work in your favor. With a smaller partition, you're more likely to recover data in case of a deletion mishap, and it also ensures faster speeds.
● Date safety: To avoid losing all your files and data in case of a computer crash or virus, it's recommended to store them separately from the system files. This way, if the OS needs to be reinstalled or formatted, your personal documents will remain intact, minimizing the risk of data loss.
● Multiple operating systems: Creating a new partition in Windows Server allows you to install other operating systems, as two versions can't be installed in the same partition.
Creating more partitions is crucial to effectively manage a hard disk in Windows Server. To achieve this, there are three methods to create new partitions in Windows Server 2008 (R2), 2012, 2016, and 2019.
How to create new partition in Windows Server
An MBR disk can only have 4 primary partitions or 3 primaries and 1 extended partition with many logical partitions, whereas a GPT disk can have up to 128 primary partitions.
Tip: You can click on the link to learn more about the difference between MBR and GPT.
Method 1. Create new partition in Server with Disk Management
Disk Management, a Windows built-in tool, allows users to manage hard disks and partitions or volumes. To create a new partition in Server Disk Management, follow these steps:
Step 1. Right-click on "This PC" and choose "Management". And go to "Disk Management".
Step 2. Right-click on "Unallocated space" and choose "New Simple Volume".
✍ Notes:
- If your disk is MBR and has 4 primary partitions, you can't create a new partition directly. Instead, convert one of the primary partitions to a logical partition to free up a slot, then you can create a new partition.
- If you don't have unallocated space, you can create some by right-clicking on an existing partition and selecting "Shrink Partition", which will free up space.
Step 3. It pops up "New Simple Volume Wizard", just click "Next".
Step 4. Input the desired size of the partition, and click "Next".
Step 5. Assign a drive letter and click "Next".
Step 6. You can format the new partition to different file system: exFAT, NTFS, FAT, FAT32, and custom the allocation unit size, or set it to default. Then click "Next".
Method 2. Create new volume in Server 2012/2016/2019/2022 using Command Prompt
Command Prompt is a command-The Command Prompt is a built-in command-line interpreter application in most Windows systems, allowing users to execute multiple commands to automate various functions and troubleshoot issues. It is also a useful tool for creating a new partition in Windows Server, making it a versatile utility for system administrators and users alike.
✍Attention: Be cautious when using Command Prompt to create a new partition, as it will erase all data on the disk. If you have important files, back up the disk first to avoid losing them.
Step 1. Press "Win + R" and type "cmd" on the Run box, and press Enter to open Command Prompt.
Step 2. Type "diskpart" in Command Prompt and hit Enter to open Disk part window.
Step 3. Type and execute the following commands in the Command Prompt.
● list disk
● select disk n To create partitions on disk 1, you can use the following command: `fdisk /dev/sda1` (replace the "1" with the disk number you want to use). This will open the fdisk utility, where you can create, delete, and modify partitions on the selected disk.
● clean
● Create partition primary size=10000 To create a new partition, change the primary partition to an extended partition, and then specify the size of the new partition, such as 10000, which can be any number.
● assign letter=F (choose a drive letter for the partition)
To create a new partition in Windows Server using Command Prompt, you can use the diskpart command. First, open Command Prompt as an administrator, then type "diskpart" and press Enter. Next, type "list disk" and press Enter to list all the disks on your system. Identify the disk where you want to create the new partition and note its disk number. Then, type "select disk X" (where X is the disk number) and press Enter. After that, type "list partition" and press Enter to list all the partitions on the selected disk.
Method 3. Create new partition via Qiling Disk Master Server
To create a new volume in Server 2008 (r2)/2012/2016/2019/2022, consider using a third-party Server Disk Manager like Qiling Disk Master Server Edition. This utility provides a straightforward way to manage disks and partitions for Windows Server users, as well as those on Windows 11/10/8/7/XP.
This tool can create a partition from unallocated space or directly use an existing partition in Windows Server, and also offers functions such as splitting, resizing, shrinking, and moving partitions.
Download the Qiling Disk Master Server Demo to see how to create a new partition on a server using Qiling Disk Master Server, with step-by-step instructions.
Step 1. Install and launch Qiling Disk Master Server, and right-click the unallocated space or a partition with enough free space.
Step 2. Specify the size, file system and drive letter of the new partition.
Step 3. In this windows, click "Proceed" to start create a new partition.
- ★Tip:
- The Qiling Disk Master Unlimited Edition offers unlimited usage within one company. It also features a "Create Portable Version" function, allowing users to create a portable version of the software that can be run directly on target computers without installation.
Conclusion
Qiling Disk Master Server offers a simpler way to create a new partition in Windows Server, eliminating the need to format the disk and risk data loss. With just a few clicks, you can create a new partition without formatting your disk.
Qiling Disk Master offers additional features, such as allocating free space from one volume to another and merging partitions. It also allows for 4K align partitioning, which can enhance the read/write speed of SSDs.
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