Windows 10: Why does does my storage say it is more full than it is?

Discus and support Why does does my storage say it is more full than it is? in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; My computer has 433 GB total. Currently, when I check my storage, it says I have 25 GB left. After adding up all of my installed apps, temp files,... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Miles Klapwyk, Jul 21, 2023.

  1. Why does does my storage say it is more full than it is?


    My computer has 433 GB total. Currently, when I check my storage, it says I have 25 GB left. After adding up all of my installed apps, temp files, other profiles, documents, etc. I arrived at a total of just over 373 GB taken up, meaning I should have about 60 GB left. I am confused with why my PC has over 35 GB lying around that I can’t see or use. Any advice on how to solve this? Thanks!

    :)
     
    Miles Klapwyk, Jul 21, 2023
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  2. Arun B J Win User

    Windows 10 Home will not boot or restart with USB Storage Spaces pool drives attached

    Hi George,



    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.


    • Did you make any changes in BIOS?

    • Are you getting any error message?
    I suggest you to update Storage controller drivers and check if it helps.

    Steps 1:


    • Press Windows key + X.

    • Select Device manager.

    • Expand Storage controller.

    • Right click on the driver and Update the drivers.


    Steps 2: Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with hardware and devices. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the issue
    is with device. Refer these steps:


    • Press Windows key +X, select Control panel.

    • Change the view by option on the top right to Large icons.

    • Click on troubleshooting and click on the view all option on the left panel.

    • Run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter.


    Hope this helps. If the issue remains unresolved, please get back to us and we would be happy to help
     
    Arun B J, Jul 21, 2023
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  3. cadaveca Win User
    Good surround sound headset

    I know you say you're not that guy, but stepping into the $250+ range really brings a change in build quality that might have you never having to buy another set. Otherwise, getting 6 speakers with decent sound in a headset is hard, and that's what you are asking for, and I have no suggestions, but just a bump up the list. *Stick Out Tongue Why does does my storage say it is more full than it is? :p
     
    cadaveca, Jul 21, 2023
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  4. Why does does my storage say it is more full than it is?

    Internal Storage devices being detected as removable devices

    Hi,

    I would suggest you to update your storage controller driver.

    Method 1: Update Storage Controller Driver

    Follow the steps.

    • Press Windows key + X key and click Device Manager.
    • Expand the Storage Controller.
    • Right-click on the Storage controller Driver
      and select Update Driver Software.
    • Wait for sometime and check if the issue persists.
    • Restart your system.
    Method 2: Uninstall and then reinstall Storage Controller driver from the Manufacturer's Website

    Follow the steps.

    • Press Windows key + X key and click Device Manager.
    • Expand the Storage Controller.
    • Right-click on the Storage controller Driver
      and select Uninstall.
    • Now, go to the Manufacturer's website and download the latest storage controller driver.
    • Once the download is complete, double-click and run the setup file to complete installation.
    • Restart your system.
    Hope this helps. Please respond if you have further related queries.

    Regards,
     
    Jesinta Rozario, Jul 21, 2023
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