Error: oX80070079 Semaphore timeout period has expired

I sent a large pdf file using a file uploader program.  Since then, when I try to access my WD external drive, I receive the error message: Error: oX80070079 semaphore timeout period has expired.  Rebooting does not help at all.  I can unplug the hd from my windows 8 laptop and plug it in on my windows 7 laptop and it works just fine.  I did not have this problem until I sent the file out.

Hi Michael,

 

 

1.      Which uploader you are referring to?

 

                                       

Please follow the methods and check if it works fine.

 

Method 1:

Perform disk Defragmenting and check.

Refer to the link:

Optimize your hard drive

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-IN/windows-8/optimize-hard-drive#1TC=t1

 

If this does not work move the data to any other drive and check if it works.

 

Method 2:

Since the external hard drive is working on different computer, I suggest you to backup the data on the external hard drive and then format it.

You may also perform a clean boot and check if program or service is causing the problem.

Refer to the link:

How to perform a clean boot to troubleshoot a problem in Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows Vista

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929135

NOTE: After troubleshooting, revert the computer to start as usual (Refer to “How to reset the computer to start as usual after clean boot troubleshooting” from the link mentioned above)

 

 

For any Windows related issues please feel free to contact us and we will be glad to help.

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It was called "YouSendit" - an att.netmail application - enabled sending files up to 2gb in size.  It all works just fine on my win 7 laptop.. no problems at all.
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Thanks for sharing the information. In case, if you need any assistance you may always post your questions related to Windows along with your valuable suggestions in Windows forum.

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