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LaCinema Mini HD Troubleshooting
User Manual page 79
12.3. USB Connection (Windows Users)
Problem Question Answer
The drive is not
recognized by the
computer.
Has the drive been formatted? Make sure that the drive has been formatted properly. Please see section 9.
Reformatting the LaCinema Mini HD.
Does your computer’s operating
system support the file system?
Check your computer’s documentation and see section 6. Reformatting the
LaCinema Mini HD.
Is there an icon for the drive in My
Computer?
Go into My Computer and look for an icon and drive letter assigned to the
LaCie drive. If the drive does not appear, follow the rest of the Trouble-
shooting tips to isolate the problem. Go into My Computer and look for
an icon and drive letter assigned to the LaCie drive. If the drive does not
appear, follow the rest of the Troubleshooting tips to isolate the problem.
Does your computer’s configura-
tion meet the minimum system re-
quirements for use with this drive?
See section 1.1. Minimum System Requirements for more information.
Is the drive’s power supply con-
nected?
Make sure that the power supply is properly connected (see section 4.2.
STEP 2: Connect the Ethernet Cable) and that the outlet the power supply is
connected to is working.
Did you follow the correct installa-
tion steps for the specific interface
and operating system?
Review the installation steps in section 3. Setting Up: Transferring Files Via
USB.
Are both ends of the USB cables
firmly attached?
Check both ends of the USB cable to make sure they are fully seated in
their respective ports. Try disconnecting the cables, waiting 10 seconds,
and then reconnecting them. If the drive is still not recognized, restart your
computer and try again.
Is there a conflict with other device
drivers or extensions?
Contact LaCie Technical Support for help.