sudo dmesg | grep -i usb lsblk # check if drive appears as e.g. /dev/sr0 </code></pre> <h2>Advanced: Force reinstall driver (Windows)</h2> <pre><code class="language-cmd">pnputil /delete-driver oem*.inf /uninstall # Then reconnect the drive </code></pre> <h2>Power issues (common cause)</h2> <ul> <li>Connect both USB plugs (if Y‑cable included).</li> <li>Use a powered USB hub.</li> <li>Avoid front‑panel USB ports (use motherboard rear ports).</li> </ul> <h2>Still not working?</h2> <p>The drive may be defective. Test on another computer.</p> <pre><code> ### 3. If you actually need to develop a custom driver (rare)
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