Why does Windows 8 not recognize my passport?

Please try using the HDD with a different short USB 3.0 cable. Try connecting it to a different USB port and make sure you are not connecting it through a USB hub. If possible try the HDD on a different computer. If the HDD is still not detected on any of the systems download and run WD DLG Quick test.

How do I transfer files from Windows to my passport?

  1. You can also transfer photos and other files to your Western Digital Passport or other external drive by simply dragging files from their location on your computer into a folder on your drive.
  2. The keyboard shortcuts “Ctrl-C” and “Ctrl-V” serve “Copy” and “Paste” functions, respectively.

How do I access WD My Passport on Windows?

Step 1: In Windows 11/10/8/7, press Windows + R keys to bring up the Run box, type diskmgmt. msc and hit Enter. Step 2: Right-click on the WD My Passport external hard drive, you’ll see a context menu of many options, among which choose “Format”. Step 3: Follow the onscreen wizard.

How do I activate my WD Passport?

Start Setting Up WD My Passport

  1. Get the USB 3.0 cable provided along with the drive.
  2. Now, turn on your Windows 10 computer.
  3. Plug the USB cable’s one end to the drive and the other end to your computer.
  4. Now, your computer will try to recognize the connected drive.

How do I install WD SES Device USB device driver?

Way 1. Install WD SES Device driver via WD Smartware VCD

  1. Open Run dialog box by hitting Windows key + R key at the same time.
  2. Locate and right-click on your WD SES USB Device.
  3. Choose Browse my computer for driver software.
  4. Note: The driver is located in Extras folder of your WD Smartware VCD.

What do you do if your external hard drive doesn’t show up on your computer?

What to Do When Your External Hard Drive Won’t Show Up

  1. Make Sure It’s Plugged In and Powered On. Western Digital My Book.
  2. Try Another USB Port (or Another PC)
  3. Update Your Drivers.
  4. Enable and Format the Drive in Disk Management.
  5. Clean the Disk and Start From Scratch.
  6. Remove and Test the Bare Drive.

How do I make my passport work on Windows?

How To Make WD Passport Work On Mac And Windows

  1. Turn On Your Mac And Log In.
  2. Look For The External Hard Drive Icon On Your Desktop.
  3. Choose Your Western Digital My Passport External Drive.
  4. Give Your External Passport Drive A Name.
  5. Pick Your My Passport Drive A Second Time.
  6. Then Select The ExFAT Format.