In this Dell laptop tutorial we are going to show you how to format a Hard Drive. These installation instructions have be made into 7 easy to follow printable steps. We have also created a video tutorial that shows you how to Format your Hard Drive.
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Format Hard Drive


Step 1
- Click the Start button.


Step 2
- Right click Computer.


Step 3
- Click on Manage.


Step 4
- In the left pane, click Management.


Step 5
- Right click on the volume you want to format.


Step 6
- Click on Format.


Step 7
- To format with the default settings click OK, and then click OK again (Note: The Perform a quick format option will create a new file table. It does not overwrite or erase the volume).