A computer has an SSD for the operating system and applications and uses another mechanical hard drive for data storage. The user reports that data can no longer be saved to the mechanical hard drive. What should the technician do to see if the drive is recognized by the operating system?

IT Questions BankCategory: IT EssentialsA computer has an SSD for the operating system and applications and uses another mechanical hard drive for data storage. The user reports that data can no longer be saved to the mechanical hard drive. What should the technician do to see if the drive is recognized by the operating system?

A computer has an SSD for the operating system and applications and uses another mechanical hard drive for data storage. The user reports that data can no longer be saved to the mechanical hard drive. What should the technician do to see if the drive is recognized by the operating system?

  • Use File Explorer.
  • Swap the data cables of the mechanical drive and the SSD.
  • Open a web browser and type the following: http://127.0.0.1. Verify if both drives appear in the list.
  • Bring up a command prompt and type ipconfig.

Case 2:

  • Open a web browser and type the following: http://127.0.0.1. Verify if both drives appear in the list.
  • Remove the drive and attach it to the SATA port used by the SSD. Reboot the computer and see if the drive is recognized.
  • Bring up a command prompt and type ipconfig.
  • Use Device Manager.

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