What to do if the laptop does not see the hard drive

It often happens so that by purchasing a hard disk, when connected to a laptop it is not reflected in the "My Computer" window. The first idea that occurs at this point is a hard disk faulty. But you should not make hasty conclusions and can be understood in everything yourself.

First of all, it is necessary to understand whether your laptop sees a new device. To do this, right-click on the "My Computer" label, you need to go to "Computer Management" and then "Disk Management". On the right side of the window that opened the disk list is visible, among which the main local and additional discs, as well as the DVD drive. If one disk is displayed in this list without behalf and other identification signs, then this is your hard disk. And in order for it to recognize the laptop, it is necessary to formatting, which can be started in the same window. It is worth remembering that this method is suitable only for new hard drives, since this procedure destroys all saved data.

If the hard disk has repeatedly used by you on a laptop and stores very valuable information, and suddenly it ceases to see a laptop, then in this situation you can only check the availability of the required driver. To do this, go to the "Control Panel" - "Device Manager" and there update the desired driver for your hard drive.

However, if the laptop continues to do not see your hard disk, in this case, it is necessary to find out what the problem is in the aggregate or laptop itself. To check the hard drive, it is enough to connect it to another device, then it will become clear - it is working or not. After finding out the source, the problem should provide their solution to the experienced hands of the master centers. And do not forget to check whether the warranty is valid for your device, in this case the repair of the hard disk or laptop will cost you for free.

Information, stored on the hard disk, is of great value for its owner, and problems with connecting a hard disk to a laptop can cause a small panic and the fear of losing the data. However, even this seemingly at first glance, there is a challenge problem that can be solved by independently or with the help of highly qualified specialists.