3 min fix · Related: Computer Repair

External Drive Not Showing Up

Drive not visible in Explorer.

External Drive Not Showing Up — Symptom Check

  • Not in File Explorer
  • Not detected
  • Makes clicking noise

  1. 1. Try different port/cable

    Try different USB cable and port.

  2. 2. Check Disk Management

    Check Disk Management - drive may need assignment.

  3. 3. Test elsewhere

    Test on another computer.

External Drive Not Showing Up — When to Call a Pro

  • Clicking noises
  • Data critical
  • Drive appears but unreadable
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