I have a Dell Inspiron 15 which only has a 128GB hard drive and the HD is almost full which is preventing Updates or even a restore

Question

I have a Dell Inspiron 15 which only has a 128GB hard drive and the HD is almost full which is preventing Updates or even a restore

Answer 1

To address the issue of your Dell Inspiron 15 with a 128GB hard drive being almost full, which is preventing updates and restores, you can take the following steps:

1. Free Up Space: Start by removing unnecessary files and applications. You can use the Disk Cleanup tool to delete temporary files and system files that are no longer needed. To access Disk Cleanup, right-click on the hard drive icon in File Explorer, select Properties, and then click on Disk Cleanup.
2. Uninstall Nonessential Software: Go through your installed programs and uninstall any software that you do not use or need. This can help free up significant space.
3. Check for Large Files: Use a tool or the built-in features in Windows to identify large files that you may not need. Consider moving them to an external drive or cloud storage.
4. Manage System Restore Points: Since your system drive is less than 128GB, System Restore points may not be created automatically. You can manually enable System Restore and configure it to use less space if needed.
5. Consider Upgrading Storage: If feasible, consider upgrading to a larger hard drive or adding an external drive for additional storage.

By taking these steps, you should be able to create enough space on your hard drive to allow for updates and system restores.

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References:

• Windows 10 upgrade quick fixes
• System Restore points are disabled after you upgrade to Windows 10