High disk utilization-Windows Server 2016

Question

1.Right click to view disk properties, running slowly;

2.The disk display occupies 800GB, but in reality, only 100GB is used, and the hidden files are also very small. The remaining 700GB of space cannot be seen who is occupying it;

3.Server physical disk detection is normal;

please help to arrange, thank you!

Answer 1

Hi,

I'd be happy to help you out with your question. Sorry for the inconvenience caused.

To troubleshoot this issue, please follow these steps:-

Right-click on the disk drive and select "Properties" to view the disk properties. If the system is running slowly, it might take some time for the properties to load. Take note of the "Used space" and "Free space" values.

There could be hidden files or folders occupying the disk space. Let's reveal them:

a. Open File Explorer and navigate to the disk drive.

b. Go to the "View" tab in the ribbon at the top.

c. Check the "Hidden items" box in the "Show/hide" section.

d. Look for any hidden files or folders that might be taking up significant space.

Perform a scan for malware using an updated antivirus program or reputable antimalware software. Malicious software can sometimes hide files or consume disk space, so it's important to rule out malware as the cause.

Use the built-in Disk Cleanup utility to remove unnecessary files from the disk:

a. Right-click on the disk drive in File Explorer.

b. Select "Properties" and click on the "Disk Cleanup" button.

c. Wait for the utility to calculate the amount of space that can be freed up.

d. Check the items you want to clean, such as Temporary files and Recycle Bin.

e. Click "OK" and confirm the cleanup operation.

Utilize disk space analysis tools like WinDirStat, TreeSize, or SpaceSniffer to identify which files or folders are taking up the most space on the disk. These tools provide visual representations of disk usage, making it easier to pinpoint large files or folders.

Check for large system or application logs that might be consuming disk space. Access the Event Viewer by pressing the Windows key + R, typing "eventvwr.msc," and pressing Enter. Look for excessively large log files in the system and application event logs.

Ensure that you have the latest drivers and firmware installed for your server's disk controller or storage subsystem. Visit the manufacturer's website to obtain the most up-to-date drivers and firmware versions.

Monitor disk activity using the built-in Resource Monitor or third-party disk monitoring tools. This will help you identify any processes or applications causing high disk utilization.

If you have any other questions or need assistance with anything, please don't hesitate to let me know. I'm here to help.

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