Windows 10: Flash Drive Not Recognized

Discus and support Flash Drive Not Recognized in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; After using my 128-GB Sandisk flash drive to put files back on my Mac, my Windows computer no longer recognizes it, but the Mac can still recognize it... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by WindowsUser1985, Apr 26, 2020.

  1. Flash Drive Not Recognized


    After using my 128-GB Sandisk flash drive to put files back on my Mac, my Windows computer no longer recognizes it, but the Mac can still recognize it and all the data. Formatting it does not solve the problem. Windows does not recognize the drive at all, and I don't even see it in Device Manager of Disk Management, which usually resolve this problem. The drive lights up when I put it in the USB port, but it doesn't trigger that little sound you get when you insert a drive. Does anyone have any solutions?

    :)
     
    WindowsUser1985, Apr 26, 2020
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  2. PhilW Win User

    OS doesn't recognize USB flash drives (KB4056892)

    Just completed Win10 update KB4056892 on my Sony laptop, now running v.1709, build 16299.125. Almost everything is fine except the system no longer recognizes USB flash drives. When a flash drive (USB2 or 3) is inserted in a port the Device Manager recognizes it as "Other Devices", lists what it is (for example "TOSHIBA TransMemory USB Device") but says under Properties: "The drivers for this device are not installed. (Code 28) There are no compatible drivers for this device." When I try to update the driver, the Update Drivers feature says "Windows could not find drivers for your device." Device Manager shows no problems under Universal Serial Bus Controllers.

    I know the drivers for flash drives are somewhere in the system because I have used these ports and flash drives many times prior to KB4056892, but I don't know where they are or how to tell the OS where they are. Suggestions would be appreciated.
     
    PhilW, Apr 26, 2020
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  3. Nick Dich Win User
    flash drive data

    Hi,

    We need to ask you the following questions so we can help you with your concern:

    • Have you tried to connect this flash drive to other computer to check if the files are shown?
    • Have you received any specific error codes when you connect this flash drive on your computer?
    • Have you tried to use different ports on your computer to see if it will recognize it properly?
    • Can you tell us what other steps have you already been taken to resolve this issue?

    We will be waiting for your response.
     
    Nick Dich, Apr 26, 2020
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  4. Pavan_N Win User

    Flash Drive Not Recognized

    new windows 10 does not recognize any of the 5 external port drives

    Hi Linda,

    Yes a lot of options have changed in Windows 10. My computer is now This PC. To access This PC click on start and click on File explorer on the left hand side click on This PC.

    Please answer these questions to assist you better.

    • Do you get any error message?
    • Is your flash drive recognized by Device Manager?

    Follow the Steps below to check if Device Manager is recognizing Flash drive.

    • Right click on Start button and select Device Manager.
    • Double click Universal Serial Bus Controller; look for flash drive.

    If you flash drive is recognized by Device Manager then you can perform the next step.

    Run the Hardware and Devices Troubleshooter.

    Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with hardware and devices. I would suggest you to run this troubleshooter to check if the issue is with the Bluetooth adapter. Refer these steps:


    • Press Windows key +X, select
      Control panel.


    • Change the view by option on the top right to
      Large icons.

    • Click on troubleshooting and click on the
      view all option on the left panel.

    • Run the Hardware and devices troubleshooter.

    • Restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.

    Refer the link below to know more about Start menu. Also refer the other links for more information.

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/getstarted-see-whats-on-the-menu

    Do let us know if you are able to access flash drive. Thank you.
     
    Pavan_N, Apr 26, 2020
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