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Laptop Won't Recognize External HDD

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by Lil Pun, Mar 8, 2011.

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  1. Lil Pun

    Lil Pun Member

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    I bought a 2.5'' SATA hard drive and case on eBay from separate sellers. I have put the HDD in the case and plugged it in to my laptop and the system recognizes it but I do not see it under my computer where I can load files/folders into it. I know it is probably something simple but does anybody have a quick fix?
     
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    If it is windows 7 you will see it in devices and printers. It may just need some sort of drivers installed. Right click on there and trouble shoot.
     
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  4. Lil Pun

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    It is XP. I tried troubleshooting but it looks for drivers on a disc.....
     
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    Most 2.5" external hd comes with a mini usb and 2 USB plug and both must be plug into the computer.
     
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    ..and like FrancisFan. If it's a brand new HD, it must be formatted.
     
    #6 Cowboy_Bebop, Mar 8, 2011
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    Thanks, that seems to have got it.
     
    #7 Lil Pun, Mar 8, 2011
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