Windows 10: External USB hard disk keep waking up since upgrading to windows 10

Discus and support External USB hard disk keep waking up since upgrading to windows 10 in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; Hi, I have an external hard disk connected via USB. The disk has a built in feature that put it to sleep after 10 minutes if it was not accessed. While... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by amirn, Jan 29, 2020.

  1. amirn Win User

    External USB hard disk keep waking up since upgrading to windows 10


    Hi,
    I have an external hard disk connected via USB. The disk has a built in feature that put it to sleep after 10 minutes if it was not accessed.
    While I was using windows 7, the only times the disk was waking up were when I was accessing it, however since I've upgraded to windows 10, the disk keeps waking up many times a day either while I'm using the computer or away from it.

    Is there a way to know what is waking up the disk?
    Are there any services or scheduled tasks I should disable to avoid waking it up?

    I'm using Windows 10 Pro 1909

    Thanks.

    :)
     
    amirn, Jan 29, 2020
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  2. michael Win User

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    There are only two WD or Segate

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    michael, Jan 29, 2020
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  3. External Hard disk contents are not visible.

    Hi Pranoti,

    For us to narrow down your concern with your external hard disk, we would like to know the following:

    • Were there any changes made on your computer prior to the issue (e.g., updates, software installation)?
    • To make sure that we have not missed on anything, what troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
    • Do you hear any clicking sound when connecting your hard disk?

    In the meantime, we suggest that you update all your device driver.

    We look forward to your response.
     
    Michael Gall, Jan 29, 2020
    #3
  4. External USB hard disk keep waking up since upgrading to windows 10

    How do I Upgrade windows 10 TO November on a USB External Hard Disk 250GB

    How do I Upgrade windows 10 TO November on a USB External Hard Disk 250GB

    I presently have Windows 10 installed on a 250GB External Hard Drive with a USB connection.

    The new November Windows 10 Upgrade refuses to install as it tells me that it will not install on a USB drive. How do I overcome this problem. I have tried several methods but they all fail.

    Can you help me please?
     
    DonaldHargreaves, Jan 29, 2020
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