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Try it on another computer, if it happens on the other computer then the hard drive is bad.

you can try removing the casing very carefully and then plugging it into a desktop computer.

Could be the caddy is busted or the drive is encrypted. Try another machine and see if it still does the same.

run a virus scan on the device (from a good licensed antivirus company and a windows machine recommended) then later go to folder options and untick 'hide hidden items' and 'hide system extensions' options (basically untick all options related to hidden files and folders and say yes when prompted). your data is there do not format.

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There should be a sticker or a stamp of the input and output voltage right next to the plug in. If it is the one coming from the wall it is a 120v and you just need to match the ends. If it is a smaller round one it is going to be 6 to 18 volts.

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you can use the windows search option to be able to find those files, but that will take a long time. you can use a backup drive or a backup software, they are almost reliable. if the files are important, then i would recommend taking a backup with the help of a technician. Call 1-877-805-1027 for toll free expert help.

external hard drives get their power mostly from the usb connection you will however need to download a driver after you plug the usb lead into the computer it is even possible that when you connect the usb up you will get a balloon in the bottom right of the task bar referring to looking for a driver for installed hard drive

Drivers are for equipment, (hardware), in or connected to your computer, ie printer, network card, usb, video card etc. Windows is pretty good at finding the drivers for them automatically but if it fails you need to go to the manufacturers web site and download the appropriate driver. Or, if the hardware came with a disk insert the disk and run the install program which should automatically install the driver. Drivers for Windows are supplied with with the operating system that you purchase from Microsoft or your local supplier.

reformat it again and unclick the write protect box

The hard drive has an intermittent problem, the issue lies in the circuit board not the hardware, if the board can be accessed there may be a chance that a soldering iron touch up may solve the problem. But as a rule they are not made to be serviced.

You should be able to get some at best buy or radioshack or online.

What type of software are you looking for? When you insert the device, the system should recognize, and install the drivers.