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The Asus RT-N66U router is discussed in the context of USB storage sharing on a Windows network. Users report issues with mapped network drives disconnecting after upgrading from Windows 7 to Windows 8, while other computers on the same network remain connected. The problem appears specific to the interaction between the router's USB storage feature and newer Windows versions, with error messages about device names already in use. Troubleshooting steps include restarting the router and computer, but the connection may drop after an unpredictable period. This tag covers router-based network storage and Windows drive mapping compatibility.
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    Windows 8 Problem with Mapped Drives? Help, Please!

    So, I have a Western Digital My Book 1.5 TB hard drive connected to my Asus RT-N66U router, and it seems to be losing connection? Under Windows 7, it mapped perfectly, and was always accessible, but now after upgrading to Windows 8, it won't stay mapped. I'll restart my router and computer...
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    • access issues asus rt-n66u connection issues drive letter error message hard drive kaspersky local device name mapped drives network issues network settings router storage devices troubleshooting western digital windows 7 windows 8
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    • Forum: Windows Networking
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