Windows 10: Regarding External HDD error 0x800701B1

I am always facing this error while copying any items form my External Hdd 2 TB of WD company. The error is 0x800701B1 . I tried installing windows again but the problem is still. I would definitely be graetful if you help in this situation. This is new HDD and at the end i thought of replacing it since it is in warranty. What should i do now ?

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Error 0X800701B1 - how to fix it?

Having problem with external hdd drive and after scanned and fixed, problem keeps appearing. Furthermore another error message when transferring files Error 0X800701B1. Kindly advise how to fix it.

 

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Hi Johan,

It is possible that your
HDD was unreadable
causing the error message to appear. We recommend that you perform these troubleshooting steps and check if there are any changes:

• 
  Shutdown
  your
  PC.
  
• 
  Unhooked
  the
  HDD
  and
  turn on
  your
  PC.
  
• 
  Reconnect
  your
  HDD
  and
  restart
  your
  PC.
  

If the issue persists, we suggest that you contact your
laptop/computer's manufacturer
for further assistance.

Update us on how it goes.

Regards.

 

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