Windows 10: Any way to get the hostname for an external HDD with Windows 10?

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  1. ANTONIO3535
    antonio3535 Win User

    Any way to get the hostname for an external HDD with Windows 10?


    Hi,
    I've got a computer with Windows 10 installed, the software is corrupted but I can access internal files just fine if I attach it's HDD with USB. I'd like to know the hostname for that Windows 10, so I removed the HDD and attached it to another Windows 10 machine I booted from.
    I heard there should be a log file in that corrupted Windows 10 to check the hostname. Anyone can help me locate it?

    :)
     
    antonio3535, Sep 9, 2019
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  2. GERARD QUI
    Gerard Qui Win User

    external HDD

    Hi,

    Usually, this problem occur due to software incompatibility or corrupted USB drivers. For us to better assist you, we would like to clarify the following:

    • Have you made any recent changes on your computer prior to the issue?
    • Which driver did you uninstall? Have you reinstall the driver? If yes, how did you reinstall the driver?
    • Have you check if the external HDD is visible in Device Manager?

    If the issue still persists after uninstalling some games, we suggest that you run the troubleshooter for hardware and devices. If you're using the latest Windows 10 version, follow these steps on how to run the Hardware and Devices troubleshooter:

    • Click the Start button and select the Settings
      icon.
    • Choose Update & Security from the list.
    • Click Troubleshoot in the left pane of the window.
    • Under Find and fix other problems, select Hardware and Devices and click
      Run the troubleshooter.

    We're looking forward to your reply.
     
    Gerard Qui, Sep 9, 2019
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  3. DERMY
    dermy Win User
    External HDDs

    Hi i had a seagate freeagent (external) which stopped working so i bought another enclosure and the hdd kept disconnecting/reconnecting in windows 8.1, so i boht another enclosure and also the same thing. Iv tried a different hdd and all hdds work perfectly when plugged directly into sata ports on the board, are there any other steps i can try or do you think iv just been unlucky with enclosures?
     
    dermy, Sep 9, 2019
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  4. LITTLE CAT
    little cat Win User

    Any way to get the hostname for an external HDD with Windows 10?

    Windows 10 HDD issues.

    My Seagate 500GB works so quietly and so smoothly on Windows 10 . I didnt choose it , it was in my laptop

    It is a USB 3.0 external hdd of Samsung , isnt it ?
     
    little cat, Sep 9, 2019
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