Learn why the My Cloud Home is not detected under Windows Storage and requires the web or mobile app for private user space access.*END
Description
It is not seen under the Windows Storage or Hardware.
Western Digital drives need the SES (SCSI Enclosure Services).
The SES Driver helps the OS talk to the drive
My Cloud Home does not use the SES Driver.
It will not be seen in Windows Storage or Hardware.
Resolution
Private User Space can be accessed in the web and mobile app.
Local Network Access can be turned on. (default=Off)
Need more help?
Answer ID 34991: How to Enable Local Network Access to Data on My Cloud Home Using the Dashboard with Cloud Services
The Public Share can be accessed by Windows Explorer.
Need more help?
- Answer ID 3009: How to Access the Private User Space and Public Shares on a My Cloud Home
- Answer ID 3842: My Cloud, My Cloud Home and My Passport Wireless Not Detected in Windows Network