Hello! I recently purchased a Seagate external hard drive, but I ran into a problem: when I connect it to my computer, it does not show up. I tried different USB ports, rebooted the system, but to no avail. Maybe someone has encountered something similar and can suggest a solution? I would appreciate any help or advice!
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Hi there! 👋
I’ve seen this issue with Seagate drives before — sometimes the problem isn’t the drive itself but how the system recognizes it. A few things to try:
Check Disk Management (Windows) – Your drive may be connected but not assigned a letter. Open Disk Management, right-click the drive, and select “Change Drive Letter and Paths.”
Update USB Drivers – Outdated or missing drivers can prevent detection.
Try Another Computer – This helps identify if the issue is with the drive or your PC.
Use a Powered USB Hub – Some Seagate drives need extra power to start, especially on laptops.
If your external drive contains important business data, it’s a good idea to have professional accounting support to manage and protect your records. You can check out https://www.bobsbookkeepers.com/ for outsourcing accounting services for small and medium-sized businesses in the U.S.
Hope this helps, and good luck getting your Seagate drive working! 💾