To maximize server performance, computer users are expected to make proper partition resizing to the newly bought laptop or PC which may have been pre-installed with a system or store many kinds of data. However, it is quite hard to make best use of server hard disk space. Moreover, the existing fragment data in the hard disk which are not disposed timely will lead to low disk space issue as well. Here, we would like to introduce how to extend partition in Windows Server 2003.
 

Ways to Extend Partition in Windows Server 2003

Users who are familiar with Windows Server 2003 built-in disk management tool may feel disappointed, for the tool does not offer functions to resize partition. At this time, users have to find other solutions. To serve partition extension, many manufacturers have developed multiple kinds of server partition magic. However, many users dare not use software on the Internet, concerning a lot about the reliability and security of software. Here, professional server partition magic – MiniTool Partition Wizard is highly recommended for users to extend partition in Windows Server 2003.
 
The recommended software is developed by a professional Canadian software development company named MiniTool Solution Ltd., which has devoted to partition management research for years and has made achievements in this field. Therefore, users can securely manage their partitions by using the software. Besides high security and stability, the software provides support for almost all Windows operating systems including 32/64 bit Windows XP/Vista/7/8 and Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2012.
 
Since users need to extend partition in Windows Server 2003, they should carry out the following operations:
Firstly, fulfill software installation.
Secondly, launch the partition magic – MiniTool Partition Wizard to get its main interface:
 

 
Thirdly, in the main interface of the professional server partition magic, choose the partition to be extended, and then click “Extend Partition” to start partition extension in Windows Server 2003. Also, users can take other two measures to gain the same effect.
Measure 1: Select the partition which needs extension and click under “Partition” > “Extend“.
Measure 2: Right click the partition to be expanded and click “Extend” from pop-up menu.
 

 
Fourthly, in above interface, select a partition with much unused space left or unallocated space from drop-down menu of “Take Free Space from” tab. Then, drag the sliding handle to take free space for partition extension in Windows Server 2003. When settings are done, users need to click “OK” to go back to main interface of MiniTool Partition Wizard.
 

 
Finally, after viewing the effect of partition extension, users can click “Apply” button to let the software execute all previous operations. Until all operations are completed, users are successful to extend partition in Windows Server 2003.
 
If users also need to extend partition in Windows Server 2003, hurry to get MiniTool Partition Wizard.