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NexStar CX Windows 7 Driver?

I have a NexStar CX 3.5" drive enclosure that I am trying to use with my Windows 7 laptop. It's been a few years since I've used this device . . . it worked fine last with my Windows XP pc.  It spins up when the power is on but the laptop doesn't load drivers or even recognize that it is connected.  Disk Management doesn't show an external drive.  I cannot find a Windows 7 driver online or from the manufacturer, Vantec.  Any suggestions?

Thanks for your help.

John

Hello John,

The problem isn't your drive or the lack of a driver. Windows 7 sometimes has trouble recognizing external drives, regardless of type. First, a troubleshooter to recommend to you:  http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Windows_USB_diagnostics .

 

If that doesn't work, a freeware application to recommend:  http://download.cnet.com/AOMEI-Partition-Assistant-Standard-Edition/3000-18512_4-75118871.html?tag=mncol;1 - use the Direct Download Link only.

 

The point of installing the program is not to format or partition your drive, but rather to use it to recognize your drive in Windows 7. To achieve this, make sure your external drive is hooked up to the USB port, install the app, and then select the external drive and choose Properties. That's all you need to do. Once recognized, Windows will be able to recognize it on its own.

 

Let me know if this fixes the issue for you.

 

Regards,

BearPup

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Last updated April 24, 2025 Views 3,673 Applies to: