windows can't detect hhd

Discussion in 'SSD and HDD storage' started by fabianyeow, Jul 30, 2011.

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    I bought a new hhd and install it in my computer. i start the computer and windows can't detect my hardware. i shut it down,reconnect the cables and still the result is still the same. any ideas?
     
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    Open disk management, create primary partition and format the new drive, assign it a drive letter.
     
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    It works!!! you are a life and money saver !!! thanks
     
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    sometimes you all so need to initiate the drive for windows to pick it up.
     

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