How to Rename a Partition in XP

When you install a new hard drive in Windows XP, the operating system automatically assigns the drive a letter name designation. A hard drive with multiple partitions will be assigned multiple drive letters. For instance, a computer with one hard drive that has two partitions will probably be assigned drive C and drive D for the two partitions. It is possible, however, to rename the letter designations for any drive or drive partition in Windows XP.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Click "Start," "Control Panel," "Administrative Tools," then "Computer Management."

2. Click on the option "Disk Management" on the left hand side of the computer management window.

3. Search the list of drives and partitions that populates and right click on the one you want to rename.

4. Click "Change Drive Letter and Paths," and then click "Change."

5. Click "Assign the Following Drive Letter," enter the drive letter name you want to use for the partition, and click "OK." Click "Yes" to finalize the changes when prompted.

Tips & Warnings

• Devices other than hard drives will also be given letter designations, such as DVD ROM drives and floppy drives. Windows may not allow you to change the name of a partition if it is your current boot drive.

References

• Microsoft Support