WD 160 GB passwport drive letter does not show

[DLambie]

I have an Western Digital 160 GB passport (black)

I have Vista now and when I plug it in i regesters as USB Mass Storage Device but computer does not show drive letter. How can I fix this problem?

David Lambie

 

[LookinAround]

See this Guide Troubleshoot: Windows Won't Recognize Your USB Hard Drive

Follow Initial Troubleshooting steps in Part1 to make sure the device and disk are being recognized correctly. AFTER you confirm that's correct, guide will direct you to on how to fix missing drive letter problems