Fix 'The Specified Disk Is Not Convertible' Error in Windows

If you're experiencing issues with converting your disk to MBR or GPT, this page provides solutions to successfully resolve the problem. Understanding the causes of this issue can also help you avoid it from happening again in the future.

To resolve the warning "the specified disk is not convertible" while converting a disk or initializing a disk to GPT/MBR, you can try the following: 1) Open the Disk Management console, 2) Right-click the disk you want to convert and select "Convert to MBR" or "Convert to GPT", 3) If the warning persists, you can try deleting the existing partition and then trying the conversion again. If you're still encountering issues, you can try using a third-party tool to convert the disk. It's also worth noting that some disks may not be convertible due to hardware limitations, so if the conversion fails, it may be worth checking with the manufacturer to see if there are any workarounds or alternative solutions.

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Fix 1: The Specified Disk Is Not Convertible Because The Size Is Less Than Minimum Size Required
Fix 2: The Specified Disk Is Not Convertible. CORMs and DVDs Are Examples of Disks That Are Not Convertible
Tips to Protect Drive from "The Specified Disk Is Not Convertible" Error

If your disk is currently accessible, create a backup of your disk data first to prevent file loss in case of errors while trying to fix the 'specified disk is not convertible' issue.

Fix 1: The Specified Disk Is Not Convertible Because The Size Is Less Than The Minimum Size Required

1. A partition exists on the disk; 2. The disk contains unknown errors.

To resolve the "The specified disk is not convertible because the size is less than the minimum size required" error, you can use the Diskpart utility in the Command Prompt. First, open the Command Prompt as an administrator and type "Diskpart" to enter the Diskpart tool. Then, type "list disk" to list all disks, and identify the disk you want to convert.

Fix "The Disk Is Not Convertible Because the Size Is Less" Error [3 Moves]

To resolve the issue of a non-convertible disk in Windows 11/10/8/7, follow these steps. You can restore your disk to a convertible state by using the provided guides. By doing so, you'll be able to use your disk again without any issues.

#1. Check Disk State in Disk Management

Step 1. Connect or install the new disk to your computer.

Step 2. Press Windows + R keys, type diskmgmt.msc in the Run dialog, click "OK".

Step 3. Open Disk Management, check the state of your disk:

If it shows as 0GB or Read-only, clean the Read-only state in #2.
If the disk shows as Unknown, Not Initialized, move to step 3 and initialize the disk.

#2. Clean Read-Only in DiskPart

Step 1. Press Windows + R keys, type cmd in the Run box, click "OK" to open Command Prompt.

Step 2. Type diskpart and hit Enter to open DiskPart.

Step 3. Type the following command lines one by one and hit enter each time:

list disk
To replace a read-only disk, select the disk number (e.g.
clean
exit

This method would completely erase the disk, resulting in data loss, but data recovery software can be used to restore lost data.

After this, you may now move to #3 to initialize your disk to GPT without any convertible issues.

#3. Initialize Disk to GPT or MBR

Here, we suggest trying Qiling partition manager software, which allows you to initialize a disk in just a few clicks.

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Step 1. Open Qiling Partition Master. Connect the hard drive or SSD to PC.

To create a new partition on a target HDD or SSD, select the device in the Disk management page and click on "Create".

Step 2. Assign a new partition label, file system (NTFS/FAT32/EXT2/EXT3), and cluster size to the selected partition, then click "Proceed".

After completing the process, you can partition the hard drive in Windows and utilize the disk space.

Fix 2. The Specified Disk Is Not Convertible. CORMs and DVDs Are Examples of Disks That Are Not

Windows can't convert CDs and DVDs to MBR or GPT, so if you're trying to convert a CD or DVD, it won't work. However, if you're trying to convert a hard drive disk, there are steps you can take to fix the issue.

The error occurs due to two main reasons: existing partitions on the drive and the requirement by Windows built-in utility to delete all existing partitions for successful disk conversion.

To convert between MBR and GPT, one must completely clean the disk using DiskPart, as Windows won't allow wiping the hard drive otherwise, making it challenging to convert the system disk to GPT or vice versa.

Fix "The Specified Disk Is Not Convertible" Error and Convert Disk to MBR/GPT

To fix a specified disk is not convertible error without losing any partitions and data, use a reliable disk management tool like Qiling Partition Master. This tool can help you convert the disk without losing any partitions or data.

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This software allows you to convert a disk from GPT to MBR or vice versa, without deleting partitions or losing data, using its disk conversation feature.

Here’s how to convert your disk to MBR in a few clicks:

Step 1. Install and open Qiling Partition Master on your Windows computer.

Step 2. Click the GPT disk that you want to convert.

Step 3. Click "More..." and click "GPT -> MBR" to convert partition.

Once the conversion process is complete, you can start using the drive for saving data again.

Tips to Protect Drive from "The Specified Disk Is Not Convertible" Error

Here are some tips to protect your drive and data from a "the specified disk is not convertible" issue: You can try to clone your drive to an external drive using software like Acronis or EaseUS, or use a drive duplicator to create a copy of your drive. You can also use a disk imaging software like Macrium Reflect or AOMEI Backupper to create a backup of your drive. Additionally, you can use a cloud backup service like Backblaze or CrashPlan to store your data online. These methods can help protect your data and prevent data loss in case of a "the specified disk is not convertible" issue.

1. Create a hard drive data backup

2. Run antivirus software to clear virus or malware

3. Update disk driver timely

4. To convert a disk to a different type, choose the right disk conversion tool, such as Qiling Partition Master, for assistance.

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It's Your Turn, Take Action to Protect Your Disk Safely

If you encounter the error message "the specified disk is not convertible" while converting your hard drive disk, SSD, or external hard drive to MBR or GPT, don't worry. This error typically occurs when the disk is in a state that doesn't allow for conversion, such as being in a hybrid MBR or GPT configuration, or having a disk signature that's not compatible with the conversion process.

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