4TB WD Essentials doesn't allow backup to drive

My 4 TB WD Essentials is not recognized when I attempt to back up my pc. I have hte latest WD software installed, as far as I know. i have had the drive since 1/19 at which time I was able to back up my pc one time but never again since. I can see the drive in the device manager…

Hey @gvictim,

Since WD Essentials is visible in the Device Manager but not accessible/visible in the File Explorer, the drivers may have been corrupted due to some factors like unexpected removal of the USB drive.

Rather than replying here with all the information in detail, I will suggest you to call WD Support for further assistance on call.