There are only 2 ways to link a test to a configuration...either 1. select the test (or test set), open the link to items, select the configuration folder, and check each sub item (e.g. Windows8>IE,...
I've expressed the same thoughts on linking requirements to a release or linking tests to requirements. It's a very cumbersome, tedious process. It would be great if they allowed the linkage information to be included in .CSV files that are used to upload tests and requirements.
Looks like this issue has sat around for over a year and has gone nowhere :catsad: