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// * virt/virtual_machines/virtual_disks/virt-expanding-vm-disks.adoc

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= Expand a VM disk PVC by using the web console

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You can increase the size of a virtual machine (VM) disk by expanding the persistent volume claim (PVC) of the disk. To specify the increased PVC volume, you can use the *VirtualMachines* page in the web console, with the VM running.

[NOTE]
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If the PVC uses the file system volume mode, the disk image file expands to the available size while reserving some space for file system overhead.
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.Procedure

. In the *Administrator* or *Virtualization* perspective, open the *VirtualMachines* page.
. Select the running VM to open its *Details* page.
. Select the *Configuration* tab and click *Storage*.
. Click the options menu {kebab} next to the disk you want to expand. Select the *Edit* option.
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The *Edit disk* dialog opens.
. In the *PersistentVolumeClaim size* field, enter the desired size.
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[NOTE]
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You can enter any value greater than the current one. However, if the new value exceeds the available size, an error is displayed.
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. Click *Save*.
