Windows 10: How to make my game use my new disk ?

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  1. How to make my game use my new disk ?


    I installed my new disk SSD on my computer, while still using my HDD, to play a game that needed a better writing and reading speed. I installed the game ON the SDD, but when I start the game it wont use the SDD so I'm still lagging.

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    Swann Fréchet, Dec 6, 2024
    #1

  2. installing a game

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.
    We regret the inconvenience caused to you.


    Please try the steps given below and check if the issue persists:

    Step 1:

    I suggest you to right click on the game and try to run as administrator and check.

    Step 2: if that doesn't help I suggest you to install game in compatibility mode and check:

    Follow the steps below on how to install game in compatibility mode:

    1. Download the game from the manufacturer’s website and save it on your local disk.

    2. Right click on the setup file of the game and select “Properties”.

    3. Select “Compatibility” Tab.

    4. Place a check mark next to “Run this program in Compatibility mode” and select operating system from the drop down list.

    5. Let the game install and then check the functionality.

    Hope this helps.

    Thank you.
     
    Venkatesh1709, Dec 6, 2024
    #2
  3. Black Bars in Game

    Hi Ahmed,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. We understand the inconvenience caused and appreciate the steps taken to solve the issue.

    I suggest you to install the game in compatibility mode by following the steps provided below and check if it helps.

    • Download the setup files for the game and save it on your local disk.
    • Right click on the setup file of the game and select
      “Properties”.
    • Select “Compatibility” Tab.
    • Place a check mark next to“Run this program in Compatibility mode” and select operating system from the drop down list.
    • Let the game install and then check thefunctionality.

    Hope this helps. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Dec 6, 2024
    #3
  4. How to make my game use my new disk ?

    HP Disk Drive not visible

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft community.

    I would suggest you follow the steps below and see if it helps:

    Method 1: I would suggest you first try the Troubleshooter.

    Please follow the steps below:


    • Type “Troubleshooting” on the Windows Search bar and hit enter.

    • On the left side of the Troubleshooting window, click on “View all”

    • Click on Hardware and Devices. Please provide a password if asked for it and click ok.
    Method 2:


    • Press Windows key + X key and click Device Manager.

    • Expand the Sound, Video and game controllers.

    • Right-click on the Disk Drives and click on Properties.

    • Go to the Drivers Tab and Click Enable (If not enabled).

    • Restart the computer and check.
    Hope this helps. Please reply if you have further related queries.

    Regards,
     
    Jesinta Rozario, Dec 6, 2024
    #4
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