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External Hard drive is not recognized on PC

Last answer on Aug 8, 2009 4:12:59 pm BST lfog, on Apr 1, 2009 8:53:32 pm BST 
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Hello,

I have a number of external hard drives that are not recognized on the PC because they were briefly connected to a mac. I no longer have access to a Mac and want to utilize them. Any suggestions?

Thank you in advance for the help!
Lisa

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melodiefree, on Apr 2, 2009 11:25:07 am BST

Hi,
you need to download and install the firmware for the hard drives.
post the make and model of the HDD and we will find it for you.

   
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wyatt, on Jun 30, 2009 11:56:11 pm BST

Hitachi
IC2SN030ATCS04-0

   
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 Crucial, on Aug 8, 2009 4:12:59 pm BST
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Elements powered by WD 300 GB Model WD3200C035 Trying format to FAT32 So it can operate on both pc & mac

   
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