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If using a surge protector or power strip, plug the power adapter directly into the wall outlet instead.(Desktop Drives).

No light could indicate the power adapter is not connected to power. Desktop Drives typically require a power adapter.

Try using the drive on a different computer.

If possible, try using a different cable.

Try connecting the drive to a different port on the computer.

If your external hard drive is not accessible please try these basic troubleshooting steps first.

The external hard drive itself, under normal circumstances, should be detected by your operating system, without the need of drivers, software or firmware updates. While it is possible that your external hard drive may have come with bundled software that may be incompatible with newer operating systems, this is typically just ‘back up’ software, and the drive is not dependent on that software to function. Suppose the monitor has two DisplayPorts-“DP1” and “DP2.” Ensure that the monitor’s input source is set to “DP1” if your computer plugs into the first DisplayPort or “DP2” for the other DisplayPort.There are several reasons why an external hard drive may not be accessible or detected when you connect it to your computer. Select the Correct Input Sourceįor monitors with more than one DisplayPort, make sure you use the menu to select the correct active input source you’ve plugged the DisplayPort cable into. Refer to the monitor’s instruction manual or contact the manufacturer to confirm if the device requires a support driver or app to work properly. Otherwise, the monitor may detect no DisplayPort signal from your device. If the monitor requires you to install a driver or companion app, make sure you do so. Some external monitors have native drivers that power some components or features of the device. Switch the cable to a different DisplayPort if the adapter has more than one port. If using a DisplayPort adapter on your computer, ensure the cable is correctly plugged into the adapter and the adapter into your computer. Use a can of compressed air to remove foreign materials from the DisplayPort on the monitor and your computer.

Also, make sure there isn’t any foreign material blocking contact between the cable, your computer, and the DisplayPort monitor. Before reconnecting the cable, ensure your PC’s DisplayPort is clean and free of dirt and dust. If your DisplayPort monitor doesn’t detect a signal from your computer, unplug the cable and plug it back in. Unplug and Reconnect the DisplayPort Cable