It's frustrating when your external HDD suddenly stops being recognized, especially when you have valuable data on it. The "Code 43" error typically points to a device driver issue. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the problem:
Troubleshooting Steps:
- Check the Connection:
- Ensure that the connections between the external HDD and your computer are secure. Try using a different USB port or cable to rule out any connection issues.
[]Device Manager:
- Open Device Manager (Press Win + X, then select Device Manager) and look for the external HDD under "Disk Drives" or "Universal Serial Bus controllers."
- If you see a yellow exclamation mark next to the...