Windows 10: My PC says that a storage device might be missing or disconnected but it's not

Discus and support My PC says that a storage device might be missing or disconnected but it's not in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I can still open standalone apps, but if they were installed, then it still works. It just doesn't work with apps that were installed from the... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Billbo 12, Jun 26, 2025 at 6:57 AM.

  1. Billbo 12 Win User

    My PC says that a storage device might be missing or disconnected but it's not


    I can still open standalone apps, but if they were installed, then it still works. It just doesn't work with apps that were installed from the Microsoft Store

    :)
     

  2. Internal Storage devices being detected as removable devices

    Hi,

    I would suggest you to update your storage controller driver.

    Method 1: Update Storage Controller Driver

    Follow the steps.

    • Press Windows key + X key and click Device Manager.
    • Expand the Storage Controller.
    • Right-click on the Storage controller Driver
      and select Update Driver Software.
    • Wait for sometime and check if the issue persists.
    • Restart your system.
    Method 2: Uninstall and then reinstall Storage Controller driver from the Manufacturer's Website

    Follow the steps.

    • Press Windows key + X key and click Device Manager.
    • Expand the Storage Controller.
    • Right-click on the Storage controller Driver
      and select Uninstall.
    • Now, go to the Manufacturer's website and download the latest storage controller driver.
    • Once the download is complete, double-click and run the setup file to complete installation.
    • Restart your system.
    Hope this helps. Please respond if you have further related queries.

    Regards,
     
    Jesinta Rozario, Jun 26, 2025 at 7:01 AM
    #2
  3. How to disconnect and reconnect bluetooth devices in Windows 10?

    Hi Melody,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. We understand the inconvenience caused and will assist you.

    I suggest you to follow the steps provided below and check if it helps.

    • Pair the Bluetooth device to the system.
    • Right click on the Speaker icon in the System tray and select
      Playback Devices.
    • Select the device and click on the drop down list next to Set default button.
    • Select the option to connect and disconnect from the device.

    Hope this helps. Keep us posted on the status for further assistance.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Jun 26, 2025 at 7:01 AM
    #3
  4. AndreePin Win User

    My PC says that a storage device might be missing or disconnected but it's not

    Imaging Devices missing in Device Manager and Webcam doesn't working

    Hi,

    Since you mentioned that the said driver is missing in Device Manager, what we suggest is for you to check in the Hidden Devices section on Device Manager. Kindly follow the steps below:

    • On the desktop, press Windows key + X and select
      Device Manager.
    • Click on View and select
      Show Hidden Devices.
    • Check for the webcam under Imaging Devices.
    • If the webcam is listed, then right-click on it and select
      Update Driver Software
    • Select Browse My Computer for Driver Software and follow the prompted steps.
    Please post back with the result for further assistance
     
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