Initialize New Volume in Windows Server
This document explains how to add and initialize a new disk (volume) in a Windows Server deployed on NeevCloud.
Prerequisites
You must be logged in as Administrator.
The new disk has been attached to your Windows Server via the NeevCloud dashboard. Link
Remote Desktop (RDP) access is enabled.
Step-by-Step Process
Open Disk Management
Press Windows + R, type
diskmgmt.msc, and click OK.This opens the Disk Management window.
Locate the New Disk
Scroll down and find the disk showing “Unknown” or “Offline” (e.g., Disk 1).
It will appear with a black bar and label “Unallocated.”
Bring the Disk Online
Right-click on the disk name (left side, e.g., Disk 1) → select Online.
Initialize the Disk
Right-click again on the same disk → select Initialize Disk.
Choose GPT (GUID Partition Table) → click OK.
Create a New Simple Volume
Right-click on the Unallocated space → select New Simple Volume.
The New Simple Volume Wizard will open.
Click Next until the end, keeping all default options:
Use full disk size
Assign any drive letter (e.g., E:)
Format as NTFS with Quick Format checked
Click Finish
Verify Volume Creation
Once completed, the new drive will appear as Healthy (Primary Partition) in Disk Management.
Open This PC → The new drive (E:, F:, etc.) will now be visible and ready for use.
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