Do you use a SimpleTech external hard drive to store and transfer digital files?
This reference fromMiniToolwill deliver a comprehensive guide to help you recover data from a SimpleTech external hard drive.
New data probably overwrites the missing data, causing lost files irrecoverable.
Partitions on the computer and the external hard drive will be displayed underLogical Drives.
Choose the partition that contains lost data and clickScan.
Wait for the scan process to complete.
Typically, all found files will be categorized intoDeleted Files,Lost Files, andExisting Filesaccording to their path.
With the assistance of these practical features, it’s possible for you to find the required files quickly.
Afterward, tick these files and clickSaveto choose a proper storage path.
Note that MiniTool Power Data Recovery Free only provides 1GB of free file recovery capacity.
If you choose files larger than 1GB, an upgrade window will be prompted to recommend you premium editions.
You need toget an advanced editionto break the data recovery capacity limit.
How to recover a lost partition on an external hard drive?
This post shares three methods and helpful tools with you.
The safest way to guarantee data is to back up important files on different devices.
you’re free to get the Trial Edition to experience backup features within a 30-day free trial.
Step 2: Navigate to theBackuptab on the left pane.
ClickSOURCEand selectDisk and PartitionsorFolders and Filesto choose the backup content.
ClickOKto return to the main interface.
ClickDESTINATIONto choose a storage path and clickOKto confirm.
Step 3: Tap onBack Up Nowto start the process.
This section shares five methods with you, trying these methods to see which one suits your situation.
Firstly, change a USB port and a connecting cable.
you could go to the gadget Manager to update or uninstall the problematic driver.
Step 1: Right-press theWindows iconand chooseDevice Managerfrom the WinX menu.
Step 2: Expand theDisk drivesoption and right-select your SimpleTech external hard drive.
Step 3: ChooseUpdate driverfrom the context menu.
Step 4: In the prompt window, selectSearch automatically for drivers.
Wait for your machine to detect and set up the latest compatible driver for your machine.
Uninstalling the driver requires you to restart the computer.
Your PC will plant the driver during the restarting process.
Then, verify if the SimpleTech external hard drive shows up.
Here are some cases that probably led to the SimpleTech drive not showing up.
However, drive letters are not assigned when connecting the driver to the computer sometimes.
Step 1: PressWin + Xand chooseDisk Managementfrom the WinX menu.
Step 2: Right-press the partition without a drive letter and chooseChange Drive Letter and Pathsfrom the context menu.
Step 3: ClickAddin the following window.
you’re free to choose a drive letter from the dropdown list.
Step 4: ClickOKto save the change.
Then, go to File Explorer to see if the external hard drive can be found.
you’re able to see if there is any unallocated space on the hard drive in Disk Management.
If yes, refer to the next steps to make the unallocated space usable.
Step 1: Right-tap on theWindowsicon and chooseDisk Management.
Step 2: Right-tap on the unallocated space and chooseNew Simple Volume.
Step 3: ClickNextto specify the volume size and clickNextto choose a drive letter.
Step 4: ClickNext, then it’s possible for you to choose the file system and clickNext.
Step 5: Verify all the information on the window, and chooseFinishto format the partition.
External hard drive shows unallocated?
Now read this post to see how to fix unallocated external hard drive without losing data.
Step 1: PressWin + Ito open Windows options.
Step 2: Head toUpdate & Security>Troubleshoot>Additional troubleshooters>Hardware and Devices.
Some users cant find the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter in Windows controls.
You canrun Command Prompt as administrator, then typemsdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnosticand hitEnterto pop pop the troubleshooter directly.
ClickNextto start the detecting process.
External hard drive not showing up or recognized in computers is a common problem.
This article puts forward several ways to fix it.
Wrapping Up
Data loss is a common occurrence in this digital age.
Regardless of the data storage gear, there is always a risk of data loss.
You should always remember to back up vital data to different devices prepared for any eventualities.
Additionally, this post explains how to fix the SimpleTech external hard drive not showing up issue.
Depending on different situations require different solutions.
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