Windows 10: Why has my USB-portable SSD disappeared from some portions of Windows 10?

I recently purchased a Samsung T5, 1 TB, USB-portable SSD to back up my HP Envy 17's Toshiba, 1 TB, SATA HDD, and used Echo disk imaging software to image the HDD onto the SSD I didn't realize this was a feature available within Win10. Before imaging, I ran HitmanPro.Alert to check for viruses and malware on the HDD, then performed disk imaging overnight. The process completed perfectly, and I rebooted and attempted to use Windows Backup to set up the SSD to continuously backup the HDD in RAID 1 configuration. The SSD was listed in File Explorer as F: drive when I b

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Windows 10 USB boot

Hi there, am not a windows 10 expert. I have a pc in the bedroom on windows 10, I messed up the bootloader trying to fix the xp on that system.

System wont boot, trying to repair via win 10 usb installer.

Downloaded the media creation tool to install windows 10 installer on usb stick. Not compatible with a host of usb sticks I have. Tried the usb sticks that others use, but I think they use rufus; as the media creation tool by win 10 does not detect the usb stick.

So quick question, the win10 machine i am trying to repair the bootloader is a win7 upgraded to win10.
If i were to use the usb win10 installer to "repair installation" does the version of the iso downloaded via the media creation tool matter?

There is three options:
Windows 10
Windows 10 Home
Windows 10 N

Also is there a step by step instead of using rufus as I want to try an alternative method of creating a usb win 10 installer. Preferably with more compatibility.

System is a asus sabertooth 990 (r2?) with AMD phenom X 6.

Also is there any other software I can load onto the usb that can repair the bootloader easily?
That would be the ideal alternative. Thanks

 

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Silicon Power, the leading brand among Solid State Disk (SSD) Manufacturers lifts the benchmark another notch with their new Portable eSATA / USB SSD II. It is the world’s first eSATA (eSATA; External Serial ATA) /USB dual interface portable SSD drive. The new drive emphasis the convenience of USB connection and the ultra fast performance of eSATA interface as an external drive. Overall, the drive has excellent aesthetics and the performance to match.

Having won rave reviews with their 64GB eSATA /USB SSD, Silicon Power releases the new lidless and portable eSATA/USB SSD II. Through the eSATA interface, maximum read speed reaches 90MB/Sec and maximum write reaches 50 MB/Sec. Maximum read through the USB connection is rated at 30MB/Sec and 20MB/sec for write. It is the perfect solution for professional multimedia enthusiasts or users that often carry and transfer large capacity files.





Silicon Power’s Portable eSATA/USB SSD II is plug-and-play compatible, suitable for use on PCs or laptops that support USB or eSATA interfaces. Utilizing high grade controller and flash modules, it consumes minimum power, is noiseless in operation, shock proof, vibration proof and of high stability. In addition, it is matched with Error Correcting Code (ECC) and Wear Leveling technology to ensure storage stability and extend its lifespan.

Silicon Power products meets strict European RoHS directive standards. Silicon Power’s Portable eSATA/USB SSD II is available in 64GB and 32GB capacities.

Product features:

• eSATA and USB 2.0 dual interface
• Cap-less retractable connector
• Comes with Error Correcting Code (ECC) to ensure data reliability and stability
• Comes with Wear Leveling technology to effectively extend product lifespan
• Compatible with Windows Vista ReadyBoost
• Compatible with eSATA (Max. 3Gb/sec transfer)
• Employs quad channel technology
• LED status light indicating power and read/ write
• Plug-and-play compatible and does not require additional power
• Green product and is in compliance with RoHS directive standards

Product specifications:

• Capacity: 64GB/32GB
• Dimensions: 76.4 (L) x 27.0 (W) x 11.4mm (H) ±0.3mm
• Weight: 20 grams
• Interface: eSATA and USB
• Supported operating system: Windows Vista, Win XP, Win 2000, Mac OS 9.0 & higher, Linux 2.4.0
• Durability: At least 10,000 times pull-plug
• Operating temperature: 0°C ~ 70°C
• Storage temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C
• Color: Golden Brown
• Warranty: 2 years

Source: Silicon Power

 

Is it time for Windows 10 already?

Here's a good step by step guide on doing a fresh install.

How to clean install Windows 10 from a USB drive - Software - Feature - HEXUS.net