How to Change the Drive Name in Windows 7
Windows 7 automatically labels drives with generic references, such as "Local Disk" or "Removable Disk," if a more specific name is not selected by you or the manufacturer. If you have several drives attached to your computer, these generic labels can be confusing. To recognize drives more easily, you can rename them with better descriptions. Labeling drives as "Downloads," "Windows" or "SanDisk 1GB" is much more informative than generic references.
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Instructions
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Click the "Start" menu, and select "Computer." This opens Windows Explorer.
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Right-click the drive you want to rename from the left-hand pane, and select "Properties." Alternatively, click the drive and press "F2" to rename it from the folder tree.
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Enter a name in the top field of the "General" tab and click "OK" to rename the drive. If the drive is a USB drive, the new name will persist even if you remove the drive and reattach it to your computer.
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Click "Continue" in the confirmation window.
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