{"id":7800,"date":"2023-05-29T13:05:55","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T07:35:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/?p=7800"},"modified":"2026-04-08T11:01:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T05:31:12","slug":"usb-drive-not-showing-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/usb-drive-not-showing-up\/","title":{"rendered":"[Fixed] USB Drive not Showing Up in Windows 11\/10"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Is your computer not &#8220;recognizing the external drive?&#8221;\u00a0 Does the &#8220;USB connected to your PC not show up?&#8221; Is the &#8220;Flash drive not detected by the PC?&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are struggling with any of these issues, here is a list of workable ways to fix these issues.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">USB is a popular technology that allows connecting various devices to the PC. Setting it up is quite easy. However, when the USB is plugged in but does not show up, the actual struggle starts. This can happen due to several reasons such as damaged USB, outdated drivers, incorrect file system, device conflict, faulty hardware, or issues with partitions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">&#8220;BrianKindly&#8221; a user created a question on community &#8211; Various people provided a solution and most of them said as there are a no compatible drivers for this device&#8221; the problem is encountered. In this blog, you will find multiple working solutions, that will help resolve the issue.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27877 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/user-query-on-usb-drive-no-showing-up.webp\" alt=\"user-query-on-usb-drive-no-showing-up\" width=\"665\" height=\"273\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Pinpointing the exact reason is not easy. However, by following the fixes below, you can fix the issue of the thumb drive not showing up.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Why Does The \u201cUSB Device Not Recognized\u201d Occur On Your Windows PC?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The Universal Serial Bus is a port available on all PCs to connect external devices or peripherals to the computer. These can include, flash disks, pen drives, external hard drives, etc. The USB Drive not showing or not recognized error appears when the storage device you have connected to your PC via USB, does not appear in the File Explorer or Disk Management window. Here are a few reasons as to why this error occurs on windows PC.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>The USB drive is not properly connected to the PC.<\/li>\n<li>The USB drive is broken.<\/li>\n<li>Unable to properly load USB software onto the system.<\/li>\n<li>The drive may be infected by malware.<\/li>\n<li>A low system battery might make Root hub settings unrecognize the drive.<\/li>\n<li>Windows is out of date.<\/li>\n<li>Hardware compatibility.<\/li>\n<li>No partition &amp; drive letter is assigned to the USB drive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class=\"color-box\">\n<div class=\"shadow\">\n<div class=\"info-tab note-icon\" style=\"background:#47ADE0\"><i><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"note-box\" style=\"background:#d5e9f6\">\n<p> <strong> Note : <\/strong>Finding your USB Driver in Device Manager can be a little tricky sometimes, as it can appear in more than one way.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may appear as an Unknown Device, which means the driver needs to be reinstalled or updated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can also appear as Other Device if the device was not set up properly, which means you need to follow the manufacturer\u2019s instructions while installing the driver.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the device\u2019s name is shown but it does not connect, then it could indicate a physical problem.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\">How To Fix USB Drive Not Showing Up?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The issue of the USB drive not showing up or the computer not recognizing the external hard drive can be fixed differently. However, before we get into the technical details, let us perform some basic troubleshooting.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 1 : Perform Basic USB Checks<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 1: Restart PC &#8211; <\/strong>Most errors you face on Windows result from system malfunctioning. Therefore, to fix the problem, the first step should be to restart the computer.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 2: Update Windows<\/strong> &#8211; If restarting the PC doesn\u2019t help, update your Windows. This will install the patches that will fix any known issues and bugs. To do so, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Press Windows + I to open Windows settings.<\/li>\n<li>Click Update &amp; Security.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27878 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/windows-setting.webp\" alt=\"windows-setting\" width=\"540\" height=\"367\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/li>\n<li>Windows Update &gt; click Check for update.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27864 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Click-on-Check-for-updates-1-1024x739.webp\" alt=\"Click-on-Check-for-updates\" width=\"633\" height=\"457\" sizes=\"(max-width: 633px) 100vw, 633px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>The system will now check for available updates. If any are available, they will be automatically downloaded.<\/li>\n<li>Download and install them to run the latest version.<\/li>\n<li>Restart your computer to save changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong style=\"text-align: justify;\">Step 3: Connect USB to Other Port &#8211; <\/strong><span style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/how-to-fix-usb-ports-not-working-issue-in-windows-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Corrupt or dead USB port<\/a> can be why the USB device is not recognized. To check it, try connecting the USB to an alternate port and see if it helps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 4: Check if the power button is on &#8211; <\/strong>Some USB drives have an external power button, which, if disabled, leads to the pen drive not showing. To fix it, check if your drive has one and enable it.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 5: Check the USB drive for physical damage &#8211; <\/strong>If the USB device you are connecting has a crack or a bed, it could be a reason for the USB stick not showing up. In this case, contact a technician.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Step 6: Check for USB device compatibility &#8211;\u00a0 <\/strong>Sometimes, the USB does not show up because it isn&#8217;t compatible with the PC. Using a USB 3 on a USB 2 port is common. However, some USB 3 devices need a compatible and powerful port. If you face issues with the computer not recognizing the external hard drive, you should check the device manual and compatibility information.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If these basic fixes didn&#8217;t help with PC not detecting the external hard drive, follow the other fixes explained below.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Check This-<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/how-to-download-apple-mobile-device-usb-driver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"bookmark noopener\">How to Download Apple Mobile Device USB Driver for Windows 11,10,8,7<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 2 : Assign Drive Letter<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If the connected USB stick is visible in Disk Management but not in File Explorer, it means the drive is readable, but due to outdated drives, drive letter conflict, and file system errors, you are facing this error.\u00a0 Below we explain the method to resolve the USB stick not showing.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>In the Windows search bar, type My PC.<\/li>\n<li>Select best search results &gt; select Manage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27865 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/computer-app.webp\" alt=\"computer-app\" width=\"666\" height=\"548\" sizes=\"(max-width: 666px) 100vw, 666px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Right-click the USB drive under Disk Management &gt; and select Change Drive Letter and Paths.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27861 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/change-drive-later-and-path.webp\" alt=\"change-drive-later-and-path\" width=\"630\" height=\"404\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Next, click Add.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27855 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/add-drive.webp\" alt=\"add-drive\" width=\"630\" height=\"404\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>By default, the available drive letter will be selected. Click Ok to assign it. However, if you want to assign a drive letter of your choice, choose it from the drop-down menu &gt; and click Ok.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27860 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/assign-drive-latter.webp\" alt=\"assign-drive-latter\" width=\"617\" height=\"396\" sizes=\"(max-width: 617px) 100vw, 617px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 3 : Change USB Root Hub Settings<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">To save power, sometimes, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/enable-and-disable-usb-selective-suspend\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">system disables the connected USB<\/a>. To confirm this is not the case, check and alter USB Root Hub settings.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Press Windows + X &gt; select Device Manager.<\/li>\n<li>Go to Universal Serial Bus controllers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-27866\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/device-manager.webp\" alt=\"device-manager\" width=\"511\" height=\"540\" sizes=\"(max-width: 511px) 100vw, 511px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Double-click to expand it &gt; right-click USB Root Hub (USB 3.0) &gt; select Properties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27872 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/properties.webp\" alt=\"properties\" width=\"233\" height=\"110\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Click the Power Management tab &gt; and uncheck the box next to Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power. Click Ok.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27875 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/usb-root-hub.webp\" alt=\"usb-root-hub\" width=\"403\" height=\"457\" sizes=\"(max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Now try to connect the USB and see if it is readable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 4 : Update USB Driver<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Outdated, missing, and problematic USB drivers also cause the flash drive not to show up. To fix it, update the USB drivers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Device drivers can be updated manually through the Device Manager built-in Windows utility, manufacturer website, or via optional updates (Windows Update). Alternatively, you use Advanced Drive Updater to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/best-driver-updater-software-for-windows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">update drivers automatically<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Manually updating drivers requires technical knowledge, time, and patience. Therefore, if you want a simple and effective way, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/advanced-driver-updater-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Advanced Driver Updater<\/a>. Below we explain how to use the best driver updater and update outdated drivers.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Download and install Advanced Driver Updater.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"download_buttons_section\"><p style=\"text-align: justify;display:none;\" class=\"downloadnow-btn-show os-windows\" data-eventsource=\"DownloadNow_post_button\"><a data-param=\"systweakblog,wp_json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7800,pos-1,135\" data-operation=\"iframe\" class=\"ds-download-link \" rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/download-product\/adu\/w\/7800\/1\" onclick=\"gtag('event', 'ProductDownloadSysBlog', { 'event_label' :'usb-drive-not-showing-up', 'event_category':'windows-1' });\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/bg.systweak.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/plugins\/download-button-shortcode-new\/images\/window_btn.png\" alt=\"download\" width=\"250\" height=\"65\"><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>To start the scan and detect outdated drivers click Start Scan Now.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27857 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/adu-scan1.webp\" alt=\"adu-scan1\" width=\"635\" height=\"490\" sizes=\"(max-width: 635px) 100vw, 635px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>The scanning will take a minute or so to complete. Wait for it to finish; you can update outdated drives after that.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27858 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/adu-scan-start1.webp\" alt=\"adu-scan-start1\" width=\"639\" height=\"492\" sizes=\"(max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Analyze scan results and update drivers. The trial users must click Update Driver next to it, while the Paid users can use the Update All button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27859 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/adu-update-all.webp\" alt=\"adu-update-all\" width=\"630\" height=\"487\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Wait for the driver update to install.<\/li>\n<li>Restart the PC to apply changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>See This- <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/how-to-download-and-update-qualcomm-usb-driver-for-windows-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"bookmark noopener\">How To Download and Update Qualcomm USB Driver for Windows 10<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 5 : Roll Back Driver &amp; Scan for Hardware Changes<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">After updating the drivers, whether manually or automatically, we suggest you scan for hardware changes. To do so, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Press Windows + X and select Device Manager.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27867 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/device-manager-3-1.webp\" alt=\"device-manager-3 (1)\" width=\"194\" height=\"591\" sizes=\"(max-width: 194px) 100vw, 194px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, locate Universal Serial Bus Controllers and click on it to view the context menu<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose Properties and in the new window, click on the Driver tab.<\/span><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-31592\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Universal-Serial-Bus-Controllers.webp\" alt=\"Universal Serial Bus Controllers\" width=\"465\" height=\"217\" sizes=\"(max-width: 465px) 100vw, 465px\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Click on the Rollback Driver button if available and follow the online steps.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32322\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/usb-root-hub-properties.webp\" alt=\"usb root hub properties\" width=\"446\" height=\"512\" sizes=\"(max-width: 446px) 100vw, 446px\" \/><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If that does not work, click the Action tab &gt; Scan for hardware changes.<\/span><\/span><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29009\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/09\/click-Action-tab-in-device-manager-window.webp\" alt=\"click-Action-tab-in-device-manager-window\" width=\"496\" height=\"376\" sizes=\"(max-width: 496px) 100vw, 496px\" \/><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Windows will now look for a USB stick and hope you can see it.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 6 : Reinstall USB Controllers<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/how-to-update-usb-drivers-on-windows-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">USB drive is corrupt<\/a> or unstable this method will help fix it.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Press Windows + X &gt; select Device Manager.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27868 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/device-manager-3.webp\" alt=\"device-manager-3 (1)\" width=\"212\" height=\"646\" sizes=\"(max-width: 212px) 100vw, 212px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Double-click on the Universal Serial Bus controllers category and expand it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27854 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/2023-05-29_12-40-23-413.webp\" alt=\"Universal Serial Bus controllers category\" width=\"274\" height=\"498\" sizes=\"(max-width: 274px) 100vw, 274px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Look for the connected USB device &gt; select it &gt; click Uninstall device.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27874 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/uninstall-device.webp\" alt=\"Uninstall device\" width=\"234\" height=\"133\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Now restart your PC. The controller driver will be automatically reinstalled, and you can see the USB drive.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 7 : Disable USB Selective Suspended Settings<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The selective suspend settings in the power options automatically disconnect the USB and make it unrecognizable. To disable it, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Press Windows + X &gt; select Power Options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27871 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/power-option-setting.webp\" alt=\"power-option-setting\" width=\"245\" height=\"558\" sizes=\"(max-width: 245px) 100vw, 245px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Click Additional power settings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27856 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/additional-power-setting.webp\" alt=\"additional-power-setting\" width=\"241\" height=\"273\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>This will open a new window. Here, click the Change plan settings option.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27862 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/change-plan-setting.webp\" alt=\"change-plan-setting\" width=\"621\" height=\"276\" sizes=\"(max-width: 621px) 100vw, 621px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Click Change advanced power settings in the next window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27863 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/chnage-advanced-power-setting.webp\" alt=\"chnage-advanced-power-setting\" width=\"524\" height=\"260\" sizes=\"(max-width: 524px) 100vw, 524px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>In the Power settings window, locate USB settings. Double-click on it to expand options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27876 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/usb-setting.webp\" alt=\"usb-setting\" width=\"369\" height=\"287\" sizes=\"(max-width: 369px) 100vw, 369px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>You will now see the USB selective suspend setting. Click on it; you will see two settings On battery and Plugged in. Disable the settings for both options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27870 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/plugin-desiable.webp\" alt=\"plugin-desiable\" width=\"399\" height=\"436\" sizes=\"(max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Click Apply &gt; Ok to save changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>See this<\/strong> : <a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/power-surge-on-usb-port\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Power Surge Detected on the USB Port \u2013 Fix it<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 8 : Reinstall Manufacturer Software<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experts have stated that in some cases, if the USB Drive is not showing up, then you can try to install the manufacturer&#8217;s software. Some USB devices also include a CD or instructions to download a particular software before you connect it to the PC. Follow the instruction exactly as they appear to connect the USB device to your computer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 9 : Modify Windows Registry Settings<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Windows Registry Editor is the hierarchical database of all Windows Settings. We suggest that you make changes to the Windows Registry only if you understand the below-mentioned steps mentioned below completely. Also, we recommend taking backup of your Registry before making any changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Steps To Take A Backup Of Your Registry<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Press Win key and type Registry.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on Registry Editor in the search results.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A new box will open. Click on the Computer key to select it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, click on the File tab &#8211; select Export.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the Explorer window, specify the location where you wish to save the backup and enter a File Name.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click on the Save button.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Launch the Windows Registry Editor.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Copy and paste the following path in the address bar of the Registry Editor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\SYSTEM\\CurrentControlSet\\Services\\USBSTOR<\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. The Registry Editor will navigate to the required key. In the right panel, look for the \u201cStart\u201d key.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Right-Click on the Start key and choose Modify to open the Edit box.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. In the Value Data field, type 3 and press the OK button.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Close the Registry box and restart the PC.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Method 10 : Install Chipset Drivers For Your Motherboard<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This works because chipset drivers help Windows talk correctly to your motherboard\u2019s USB controller \u2014 the part that manages USB ports.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Identify the brand\/model of your PC or motherboard.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Visit the Manufacturer\u2019s Support Site.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Enter the exact model in the search bar, choose the operating system and navigate to the Drivers section.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Find and Download the Chipset Drivers.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Double-click on the file downloaded, and the installation process will begin.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Click on the positive responses to install the drivers on your computer.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Reboot your PC and check.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\">Editor\u2019s Tip : Preventive Measures For USB Drive Not Showing Up<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>1. Always Care For The USB Device by following these steps<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the \u201cSafely Remove Hardware\u201d feature to disable the USB Drive.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure that the devices remain protected and clean <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not attempt any physical damage to cables and ports<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>2. Windows Operating System Maintenance<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Update your Windows OS regularly<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your drivers updated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimize your Windows PC by cleaning junk and unwanted files.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>3. Use Backup Procedures<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep data backups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always make sure that you have more than one storage solution<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider Cloud backup options for anywhere access to your data<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The above fixes will help troubleshoot USB not showing. However, if the steps didn&#8217;t, you must either replace the USB stick or format it.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Before buying a new one, if you want to format and give it a try, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Double-click This PC &gt; right-click the connected USB &gt; select Format. Click the Start button to begin the process.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-27869 \" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.systweak.com\/content\/wp\/bg_systweak_com\/uploads\/2023\/05\/format-drive.webp\" alt=\"format-drive\" width=\"378\" height=\"474\" sizes=\"(max-width: 378px) 100vw, 378px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This should help fix the issue of the USB drive not being recognized. Please let us know which method helped in fixing the problem.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em><strong>Practical steps are shown in this video-<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<style>.yt-thumb-wrap{position:relative;display:inline-block;max-width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;overflow:hidden;border-radius:12px;cursor:pointer}.yt-play-btn,.yt-play-btn::before{position:absolute;left:50%;top:50%}.yt-thumb{width:100%;height:100%;object-fit:cover;display:block}.yt-play-btn{transform:translate(-50%,-50%);width:68px;height:48px;background:red;border-radius:14%\/50%;box-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(0,0,0,.5)}.yt-play-btn::before{content:\"\";transform:translate(-35%,-50%);border-style:solid;border-width:12px 0 12px 20px;border-color:transparent transparent transparent #fff}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.systweak.com\/blogs\/watch-video\/?yvideo=U4poldA8paM\" target=\"_blank\"><div class=\"yt-thumb-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"yt-thumb\" src=\"https:\/\/img.youtube.com\/vi\/U4poldA8paM\/maxresdefault.jpg\" alt=\"YouTube Thumbnail\"><div class=\"yt-play-btn\"><\/div><\/div><\/a>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><h3>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"accordion_sec faq-section\">\n<div id=\"accordion-menu\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<h4 class=\"accordion-header plus\">Can see USB Drive in Device Manager but is not accessible from File Explorer?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"accordion-panel\">\n<p class=\"accordion-content\">If you are not able to view the content of a USB drive using File Explorer, then you have to use the Device Manager to ensure that your driver is being recognized by Windows. If yes, then there is an issue that prevents the storage device from being fully accessible. You need to follow the troubleshooting steps mentioned above to fix this issue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"accordion-header plus\">Why does my USB work on one computer but not another?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"accordion-panel\">\n<p class=\"accordion-content\">If the USB works on a PC but does not get detected on another one, then you have to update the USB drivers on the second PC. Use Advanced Driver Updater to update USB driver with few mouse clicks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"accordion-header plus\">Is there a way to repair a USB drive not detected without losing data?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"accordion-panel\">\n<p class=\"accordion-content\">It is possible to repair a USB Drive not detected by performing basic checks, assigning driver letters, updating USB drivers, or updating a few USB-related settings on a Windows PC.<br \/>\nIf none of the methods described above work, then you need to format the USB Drive and use a file recovery software like Advanced Disk Recovery to recover your lost files.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"accordion-header plus\">How do I enable USB in BIOS?<\/h4>\n<div class=\"accordion-panel\">\n<p class=\"accordion-content\">Restart your PC and press the designated key on the keyboard to access the BIOS. Search for USB settings and look for settings that allow you to enable the USB. 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