

#PICASA 3.9 FOLDER MANAGER NOT RECOGNIZING EXTERNAL DRIVE HOW TO#
How to fix missing hard drive in File Explorer using Device Manager

Once you determine that it is not a physical problem, then you can use the following recommendations to fix the most common problem prevent File Explorer from showing a hard drive. Since the motherboard firmware is different per-manufacturer and even per-device model, make sure to check the manufacturer support website for more specific instructions. Access the computer Basic Input Output System (BIOS) or Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI), and make sure the firmware is detecting the storage.Connect the drive to another computer to determine the problem is not the device.When checking the internal components, make sure to power off and unplug the computer before beginning the process. If it is an internal hard drive, make sure the data and power cables are correctly connected to the storage device, motherboard, and power supply.If you are using a USB hub, try to connect the drive directly to the computer. If it is an external USB hard drive, disconnect it and try a different USB port.Confirm the hard drive is correctly connected to the computer and receiving power.
