How do I troubleshoot my WD external hard drive?

Fix WD external hard drive not recognized error

Go to Setting > Update & security.
Tab on Recovery > Advanced Startup > Restart now.
PC will automatically boot into another Startup Settings screen.
Press F4 to initiate PC reboot into Safe Mode.
Then check whether the WD external hard disk can be detected or not.

Why my WD hard drive is not working?

Here are some possible reasons for a WD hard drive not recognized: A hardware problem (damaged components such as a scratched platter or a failed headstack) File system corruption of the hard drive partition. Issues with a hard drive partition.

What does blinking light mean on external hard drive?

Usually, when an external hard drive flashing but not recognized, it’s probably the device that is not connected correctly or the device has a power supply issue. You can first change the USB hub power settings: 1).

How do I Fix my WD passport?

Fix 1: Run First Aid to repair the unmounted WD My Passport. Disk Utility’s First Aid is a drive diagnostic which can be used to test for defects or problems on a mac. Step 1: Go to Disk Utility (found in the Applications > Utilities folder). Step 2: Select the unmounted WD My Passport for Mac in Disk Utility.

How do I update my WD passport?

Connect computer to the My Passport Wireless Wi-Fi network. Using a web browser, open the My Passport Wireless dashboard. Go to Firmware Tab. Under the section Auto Update. You will see a pop up confirming to upgrade your firmware, click Ok.

What is WD passport?

WD Passport is one of the portable external storage device launched by Western Digital Company. My Passport drives are crafted in a way to give it a look and size that of a passport. Drive of the Passport series does not require power socket.

How do you open a passport hard drive?

To open up your external Hard drive: 1. Turn the My Passport external drive right side up. 2. Get the a plastic credit card like prying tool and carefully get it into the grooves of the drive.