SimpleTech Signature Mini 250GB External USB 2.0 Hard Drive - White Marshmallow Logo
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My signature mini 500 can't be read in any computer,it just show red light no blue light blinks..when plug it in computer first it says..hardware found but doesn't show ??what the solution??

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Your hard physically is damagedbut change the cable usb cable for assurance

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if your computer came with a motherboard disc the drivers could be on it

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click start control panel administration tools computer management device manager look through all of your devices if you see a yellow question mark?or exclamation mark ! or red x
right click to reinstall drivers or


if you can see your usb but its not working
ports(com&lpt)right click update driver


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check the USB leads that attach to the motherboard usually red-white-green-black make sure they are securely seated and have no dust build up on them dust will cause static and a lot of unforeseen problems

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