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My 2tb wd elements has stopped the info and says ive got to format why?

my wd 2tb elements have asked to be formatted because the language is incompatible for reading with my pc running windows 11.

Hi @tictaktoe ,

Have you opened a Support Case? If not opened, for more information, please contact the WD Technical Support team for the best assistance and troubleshooting:

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