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  I call the support Samsung, or review their forums, that what you describe suggests an internal hardware problem (connection), not a victory, one

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  Hello

  1 are there any changes or updates made on the computer?

  2. do you get an error message? If Yes, what is the full and exact error message?

  I suggest to see the links and check if it helps:

  The problems of the CDs or DVDs

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows-Vista/troubleshoot-problems-with-CDs-or-DVDs

• Managing disks in Windows 7 does not recognize external hard drive

  It is a recent event. I backed up my computer only 45 days ago and it worked Ok. The same external drive has no problems with your Windows XP desktop.

  No other USB devices is facing this problem.

  Device Manager identifies the mass storage device (WD1140), as well as the USB controller.

  This utility cannot sort.
  It is not possible to change/assignment of a new letter to the reader as disk management does not identify her. I also tried to use the command-line (list disk)... the only disc that displayed is internal.

  I tried to change the USB port, without result.
  The operating system is Windows 7 Starter.

  Hello Cristian,

  I appreciate the efforts to solve the problem. We would like to know the following information form you for help to come.

  (1) what store did you run to fix the problem?

  (2) you have any software from third-party security installed on your computer?

  (3) what is the brand and model of your computer?

  You could address this issue due to a hardware conflict or if the external hard drive that you are trying to connect has virus. Prior to the resolution problems make sure that you have installed all Windows updates. Follow the steps below to solve the problem.

  Method 1: Run hardware and troubleshooting utility device.

   

  Connect the external hard drive to your computer, and then run the troubleshooter below.

  Open the hardware and devices troubleshooter.

  http://Windows.Microsoft.com/en-us/Windows7/open-the-hardware-and-devices-Troubleshooter

  Method 2: Reinstall the USB controllers.

  You mentioned that another that this device, all other devices are detected, follow the steps to make sure that you have the latest USB drivers. This method addresses the steps where the USB driver currently loaded became unstable or corrupted.

  (a) click Start, type device in the area Manager Search , then click on the peripheral Manager.

  (b) expand Bus USB controllers. Right click on a device, and then click Uninstall. Repeat for each device.

  (c) when completed, restart your computer. Your USB controllers will automatically install.

  Method 3: Run Microsoft Safety Scanner.

  I also suggest that you scan your computer with the Microsoft Security Scanner, which would help us to get rid of viruses, spyware and other malicious software.

  The Microsoft Security Scanner is a downloadable security tool for free which allows analysis at the application and helps remove viruses, spyware and other malware. It works with your current antivirus software.

  http://www.Microsoft.com/security/scanner/en-us/default.aspx

  Note: the Microsoft Safety Scanner expires 10 days after being downloaded. To restart a scan with the latest definitions of anti-malware, download and run the Microsoft Safety Scanner again.

  Important: the data files that are infected must be cleaned only by removing the file completely, which means there is a risk of data loss.

  Write to us at the State of the question. If you need additional assistance, we will be happy to help you.

• Windows 7 backup and restore not recognizing external hard drives

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  Hi Sally,

  Thanks for posting your query in Microsoft Community.

  I understand that the backup and restore does not recognize the external hard drive, but Windows doesn't. I'll be happy to help you with your query. Let me ask you;

  1. Is - this happy with all external hard drives or individual?
  2. What kind of backup are trying to create, auto or manual?
  3. You did it recently no specific changes in the computer?

  There may be several reasons why backup & restore does not recognize the external hard drive. Let's check out the steps below.

  Step 1: Connect the device to a USB (Universal Serial Bus) and a different test.

  Step 2: You can check if the services responsible for the backup of restoration & work or not.

  Volume Shadow Copy and backup of Windows service.

  To check the services, you can follow the procedure.

  (a) click Start.

  (b) in the Search tab, type Services.msc , and then press Efriendship.

  (c) now in the services window, locate Windows Backup service and Volume Shadow Copy services. Check if they are started.

  Note: Check the services separately, and then close the Services window.

  Step 3: Run the next Fixit and check if the disc is recognized.

  Click here to launch the Fixit.

  Step 4: You can try to temporarily disable the security software of the computer and check with the question. Later, re-enable the security software.

  See: , disable the anti-virus software

  Important: Antivirus software can help protect your computer against viruses and other security threats. In most cases, you should not disable your antivirus software. If you need to disable temporarily to install other software, you must reactivate as soon as you are finished. If you are connected to the Internet or a network, while your antivirus software is disabled, your computer is vulnerable to attack.

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• Windows 7 does not recognize external hard drive after the reboot

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  Check if the hard drive is assigned to a drive letter in disk management.

  Click Start, right click on computer

  Click on management of

  Expand disk management

  Select your external hard drive if its posted here

  Make a right click paths and change drive letter

  Restart your computer, open the computer in the start menu and see if it shows then.

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• My laptop can not regcognize external hard drive

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  Hello

  1. what happens when you plug in the device to the computer? Do you get any error messages?

  2. it worked before?

  3. What is the model number for the laptop of Vizio?

  We will analyze and identify the cause of the problem. You can try to plug in the hard drive using another USB port.

  Method 1:
  

  Step 1:
  

  You can run the Fixit provided in the article and the Coachman.

  Reference:

  Hardware devices do not work or are not detected in Windows

  http://support.Microsoft.com/mats/hardware_device_problems

  Step 2:

  You can also run the troubleshooting on Seagate website:

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  http://knowledge.Seagate.com/articles/en_US/FAQ/213051en

  Method 2:

  I suggest you perform the steps mentioned by Seagate when the drive is not detected.

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  Hope this information helps. Response with status so that we can help you.

• Windows 8 cannot connect to the external hard drive after you have added the drive case.

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  I had problems with my XP operating system and could not transfer all the files to my new PC. I spoke with Dell who I believe created the problem with software support. I was told to get out the hard drive, buy a hard drive enclosure and get my files from there. I can't find the hard drive.

  Hello

  Thank you for the update.

  Given that the problem occurs when the hard drive is connected to a different USB port or another computer, it is probably related to the connection of the hard disk.

  Method 1: check if the problem occurs in another computer after removing the hard disk enclosure.

  Method 2:

   

  Step 1: Check if the hard drive is detected in Windows Explorer.

  To do this, follow these steps:

  a. connect the hard disk of the computer.

  b. press the Windows key + E to open Windows Explorer.

  c. check if the hard drive is present here.

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  To do this, follow these steps:

  a. on the desktop, press the Windows key + X , and then select disk management.

  b. check if the hard drive is listed there.

  Contact the manufacturer of the hard drive and hard drive enclosure for assistance.

  http://www.Seagate.com/support/

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