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The YouTube video discusses troubleshooting steps for external hard drives not showing up on a computer. Common causes include broken USB ports, partition issues, wrong file systems, and outdated drivers. To address the problem, users can check Disk Management, initialize the drive, create a new volume, and restart the computer. Additional steps include changing the drive letter, reformatting with compatible file systems, and troubleshooting driver issues in Device Manager. If the drive remains unrecognized, viewers are advised to consider data recovery options. The video also promotes channel engagement with likes, subscribes, and a chance to win a $50 Amazon card.
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In this segment of the video, Mihail addresses the issue of external hard drives not showing up on a computer. He highlights common causes such as broken USB ports, partition issues, wrong file systems, and outdated drivers. To troubleshoot this problem, Mihail recommends checking the drive in Disk Management by pressing Windows key + X, or by running diskmgmt.msc. If the external hard drive appears in Disk Management but not in This PC, users should initialize the drive and create a new volume with a drive letter to make it accessible to Windows and other devices. Mihail also advises creating a new partition if only Unallocated space is visible. Additionally, he suggests restarting the computer after partitioning the drive to ensure it appears properly.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter explains how to access an external hard drive on Windows. The steps include changing the drive letter in Disk Management, reformatting the drive with compatible file systems like NTFS or FAT32 if needed, and troubleshooting issues if the drive is still not recognized. This troubleshooting process involves trying different USB ports or connecting the drive to another computer to check for hardware or driver problems. The video explains how to troubleshoot driver issues in Device Manager, including updating drivers to resolve any problems.
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In this segment of the video, the main points covered include troubleshooting steps for fixing an external hard drive not being recognized. It is suggested to try the methods mentioned, and if the drive still doesn’t show up in Disk Management after these steps, it may be broken. The viewers are encouraged to use Recoverit for data recovery if needed. The presenter asks for likes, subscribes, and offers a chance to win a $50 Amazon card by subscribing to the channel and leaving a comment.