In Windows 7, Microsoft has hidden all drives in that are not currently being used. To show the unused drives, follow the steps below.

View unused drives

  • Press the Windows key, type File Explorer, and then press Enter.
  • Click the view tab at the top of the screen.
  • On the far right side of the window, click Options.
  • In the window that appears, click the view tab.
  • Uncheck the box next to Hide empty drives.
  • Click Apply, then OK.
  • See our drive definition for further information and related links.
  • Microsoft Windows help and support.