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If you plan to use the new hard disk as a secondary disk (one that does not contain Windows), you should be able to see the new hard disk drive the next time you start your computer and log on to Windows. After Windows starts, click the Windows Start button, click Computer, and then look for your new drive. The letter assigned to the drive will depend on your computer's configuration. If you don't see the new hard disk drive, try looking for it in Computer Management.
If you are using Windows 8 or 8.1, after Windows starts, click the Windows start button then click on the Search icon on the top right hand corner and search Everywhere for "This PC" and then look for your new drive.
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2. In the left pane, under Storage, click Disk Management, and then look for the new drive.
If you are using Windows 8, 8.1 and 10
1. Click on Windows Start icon on the bottom left hand side of Desktop, search for Control Panel, click on System and Security, click on Administrative Tools and then double-click on Computer Management. Administrator permission required If you're prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation.
2. In the left pane, under Storage, click Disk Management, and 10, right click the Windows logo at the bottom left, then click on Disk Management, then look for the new drive.
If your computer doesn't recognize the new hard disk, double-check the installation instructions that came with the hard disk. If you have additional questions, go to the manufacturer's website.
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