Windows 10: Get error msg when trying to copy files onto external hard drive

Discus and support Get error msg when trying to copy files onto external hard drive in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I'm trying to copy all my pictures off of my hard drive onto a 3T external hard drive. I have very little disk space remaining on my hard drive. When... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by ValerieKozlowski, May 29, 2019.

  1. Get error msg when trying to copy files onto external hard drive


    I'm trying to copy all my pictures off of my hard drive onto a 3T external hard drive. I have very little disk space remaining on my hard drive. When I 'copy' the pictures file and then try to paste it to the external hard drive, I get the message "There is not enough space on Windows". What the heck does this mean? I'm try to copy it to a completely empty 3T EXTERNAL drive; why do I need to have 'space on Windows'???

    :)
     
    ValerieKozlowski, May 29, 2019
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  2. Remon Ont Win User

    External Hard Drive

    Hi John,

    We suggest that you try the troubleshooting steps below:

    • Open your External Hard Drive file in File Explorer.
    • Type the name of the file you want to search on the search box and click Enter.
    The file will show up in Search Results and you will be able to move it to the correct folder.

    Let us know if you need further help.
     
    Remon Ont, May 29, 2019
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  3. Access Denied trying to copy from external drive

    Hello,

    We realize the inconvenience you are experiencing with copying file from external drive on C drive. We will certainly help you.

    It would be grateful if you can reply to this questions in order to assist you further:

    • Have you tried copying the file in some other location on your system?
    • What is the exact error message you receive?
    • Which all troubleshooting steps have you already tried?

    We suggest you to try copying the file in Safe mode and check if you are able to. Follow the steps from link below:

    Start your PC in safe mode in Windows 10

    Let us know the results. We will be happy to assist you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Sangeeta Sarkar, May 29, 2019
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  4. twynog Win User

    Get error msg when trying to copy files onto external hard drive

    External hard drive not recognised

    Thanks for this. I've done what you suggested and been through all the steps mentioned in the article. The hard drive works fine on a Mac computer, and I've managed to copy the information on it. It must be a Surface issue so I'll try to get a chat line tomorrow.
     
    twynog, May 29, 2019
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