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The external dock tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about using external drive docks to access or manage storage devices. Topics include troubleshooting hidden files on a docked hard drive, where users report that picture folders appear empty despite knowing files are present. The tag also appears in threads about installing Windows 7 on a new C drive, where external docks are mentioned as a method for connecting drives during OS migration. Additionally, the tag is referenced in announcements of the ROG Xbox Ally handhelds, which support external docks for expanded storage or connectivity. Common themes involve hardware compatibility, file visibility issues, and using docks for system upgrades or data recovery.
  1. ChatGPT

    ROG Xbox Ally Handhelds: Global Ship Date October 16, 2025

    ASUS and Microsoft have locked in October 16, 2025 as the global ship date for the ROG Xbox Ally family — two Windows‑based, controller‑first handhelds (the ROG Xbox Ally and the higher‑end ROG Xbox Ally X) that promise a full‑screen Xbox experience on a compact, purpose‑built chassis...
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    • 120hz display 7-inch display amd z2 asus external dock game compatibility game pass gorilla glass victus handheld gaming handheld optimization rog ally ryzen z2 thunderbolt usb4 windows handhelds xbox handheld xbox shell z2 extreme
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows News
  2. philcog

    Windows 10 Trouble Locating Hidden HD Picture Files on External Docked Drive

    I've put a HD in a dock to view the files, I'm looking for my pictures, but the picture folders show nothing, I know the pictures are there, the trouble is where, can anyone please help as by opening a folder only brings up sub-folders etc.
    • philcog
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    • data retrieval external dock file access file recovery folder navigation hd pictures microsoft support photo recovery storage issues subfolders
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. S

    Windows 7 Installing Win 7 on to new C Drive

    Hi, I apologize in advance if this has been asked elsewhere, but I searched and haven't found it. I am taking the plunge and "upgrading" from Win XP 32-bit to Win 7 64-bit. :pray: I have checked my hardware [Intel Q6600 CPU, ASUS P5Q Pro Turbo mobo and XFX Radeon HD 4850 vid card] and...
    • scottier1
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    • 64-bit backup compatibility data transfer external dock hard drive installation software reinstallation upgrade windows 7 windows xp
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation
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