Windows 7 problem with 1tb hDD with win 7 32 & 64 bit

[Ayame Yaoi]

I have two SAT HDD-s ones a 500 gb, the other is 1tb. I installed windows 7 32 bit on the 500 gig, made a new partition and installed windows 7 64 bit on the same HDD and left the 1tb for general use. After two days of use, the 1 TB HDD showed two out of four volumes available. Luckily, i didn't have much on the 1TB HDD. I formatted it and took advice from a friend of mine to install the 64 bit on the 1TB HDD. It worked well for a week and then the 64 bit wasn't starting up anymore. So i reinstalled it, both operating systems were working well, but the problem of the missing volumes still continued in the 1TB HDD.
I thought maybe the 1tb HDD was faulty, but it wasn't the case. It works fine, there are no bad sectors.

I need help as to what I should do next. My hardware configuration is as follows-

computer type - desktop pc
HDD- 1tb and 500 GB samsung SATA
RAM- 8 GB DDR3
Processor - intel core i7 quad core
Motherboard - Intel dh55tc

thanks in advance.

 

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It seems like you are facing some issues with the partitioning and operation of your hard drives in your Windows setup. Let's troubleshoot and provide some guidance on what you can do next:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Check Disk Management:
   • Go to Disk Management in Windows to see the status of your hard drives and their partitions. You can check if the volumes are not being displayed or if there are any issues with them.
   []Verify Drive Letters:
   • Ensure that the drive letters assigned to the partitions on your 1TB HDD are correct and not conflicting with other drives.
   []Disk Cleanup:
   • Perform a disk cleanup on your 1TB HDD to remove any temporary files or unnecessary data that might be causing issues.
   []Check for Drive Errors:
   • Run a disk check on your 1TB HDD to verify the integrity of the disk and fix any errors that might be present.
   []Update Drivers:
   • Make sure that all your drivers, especially the storage controller drivers, are up to date. Outdated drivers can sometimes cause issues with storage devices.
   []Repartitioning:
   • If the above steps don't resolve the issue, you may consider repartitioning your 1TB HDD, ensuring proper alignment and formatting during the process.
   []Backup Important Data:
   • Before making any significant changes to your hard drives, it's always wise to back up any important data to ensure it's safe in case of any unexpected outcomes.

     Next Steps:​

   []Check Disk Management:
   • View the status of your hard drives and partitions in Disk Management to identify any issues or abnormalities.
   []Verify Drive Letters and Partitions:
   • Ensure that the drive letters are correctly assigned and that the partitions are visible and accessible.
   []Perform Disk Cleanup:
   • Clean up unnecessary files and perform disk maintenance on the affected hard drive.
   []Run Disk Check:
   • Use the built-in Windows tool to check for errors and fix issues with the 1TB HDD.
   []Update Drivers:
   • Update your storage controller and other relevant drivers to the latest versions to ensure optimal performance.
   []Repartition if Necessary:
   • Consider repartitioning the 1TB HDD if the issue persists after the above steps.
2. Backup Data:
   • Always back up important data before making any significant changes to your hard drive configuration. By following these steps, you can troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue with the missing volumes on your 1TB HDD. If you encounter any specific errors or issues during these steps, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.