First time using Windows 7, files in Windows XP, removable disc in the process of disappearance

Hello

Please note my steps and problems in moving from the personal files of my old Windows XP system to my new Windows 7.
(1) copy of Windows XP hard drvie files to the removable disk (g)
2) confirmed all files copied to G:
(3) connect G: in Windows 7 system
(4) when I go to computer and select the drive, the top-level folder is empty
(5) under 'Computer' I confirmed 'free space' on G: is less than 'total size' suggests that there are files on the disk
(6) I reconnect G to the old XP system and note once again that the folder is empty.  IF this isn't just a parameter "display".  Looks like that Win 7 is deleted or archived the files somewhere.
(7) with my first attempts, I noticed a dumped error log G complain of FAT32 files.  I tried to convert it to NTFS, but it made the unusable disk.  so I changed.
Is this a possible virus problem?  Some would be with several previous attempts to copy all my files copy and some wouldn't.  I was suspicious of my old XP system so I installed and ran Microsoft Security Essentials.  A MSE scan reported no threats or viruses.  Kaspersky is running on my Win 7 system and similarly reported no problems.
Any help appreciated.
Thank you
Peter.

Hi Peter,.

Welcome to the Microsoft Community Forums.

According to the description, it seems that you are facing problems with the USB that you get an error message that the disk is unusable after formatting using NTFS. I'll be happy to help you with this problem.

(1) what is the brand and model of the removable disk?

(2) you see the removable drive with the assigned drive letter in my computer?

(3) what is the capacity of the removable disk?

(4) have tried to check with another removable disk?

(5) you have the backup of the files on the XP computer?

Wouldn't be a physical damage of removable drive, but with the file system in the removable drive.

Method 1: I suggest you to format the removable in my computer drive, if it is visible. If the format is not successful, I suggest you to format the removable drive using the command prompt.

(a) click Start, type cmd, right click and select Run as Administrator.

(b) type format X: (removable X :) drive letter.

Method 2: If the problem persists, I suggest you to contact the manufacturer of the removable drive to get help.

I hope it helps. If you have any questions about Windows in the future, please let us know. We will be happy to help you.

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