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Question

USB external drive not registering

Aug 20, 2011 12:03PM PDT
What do i do to access an external drive that was working and now is not registering when plugged into the computer

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Clarification Request
usb external drive not registering
Aug 20, 2011 1:06PM PDT

plugged in but doesnt register in system

toshiba satellite p500 with windows 7 ultimate

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The usual
Aug 21, 2011 5:21AM PDT

Over in the Cnet Storage Forum the recurring advice is to

1. Try other machines.
2. Try another USB cable.
3. Provide power to the drive if it's USB powered.
4. DO NOT USE USB POWERED DRIVES on Laptop Battery Power.
Bob