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JavelinSST71
Mar 04, 2026Aspirant
Unable to view/access XR1000 USB Storage in Windows Pro 11 File Explorer
Setting up a new Windows Pro 11 laptop. I want to use Windows File Explorer to view and access all folders/files within my WD External HD (connected to XR1000 through USB). Environment Details: ...
FURRYe38
Mar 04, 2026Guru - Experienced User
JavelinSST71
Mar 04, 2026Aspirant
Thank you. I'm working on following your directions and will apologize up front as I'm a Grandmother working to setup this new laptop, and this is the last piece.
I have completed the steps you provided, and also tried the solution that worked for Xuul. Unfortunately things are still as they were and I'm unable to access the folders/files on the external hard drive.