SOVLED! A Device Attached To The System Is Not Functioning Network Drive

Once it comes to “A device attached to the system is not functioning” Network Drive, connection is the number one suspect in most of the cases. The best solution is to take a look at the connection, look for signs of issues and act accordingly. Besides that, you can update the drive driver, perform SFC and DSIM scans, format the drive, use System Restore, … Read to the end to be able to dismiss the error on your own and put the drives to good use.

The Root Of The Problem

Generally speaking, on Windows computers, it’s not uncommon for the mapping of network drives to run into problems. Still, regarding “A device attached to the system is not functioning” Network Drive, it’s suggested that you give these possibilities some thought:

• Connection is not secured.
• Outdated driver.
• Corruption.

How To Address The Error

Check Out The Connection 

In the beginning, you should take a look at the cable that connects the drive to your computer. For the mapping to succeed, the cable must connect securely to the drive as well as your computer. Also, if the cable appears damaged, pick up a replacement at the earliest opportunity. Aside from that, it won’t hurt to switch between USB ports as damaged ports would destabilize the connection. 

Note: If you connect your computer to multiple devices at the moment, disconnect all except the drive. After you finish, map the drive one more time and see how things turn out. 

Update Driver 

• Step 1: Go to Search bar, type devmgmt.msc and press Enter to open Device Manager. 
• Step 2: Expand Disk drives, right-click your drive and pick Update driver. 
• Step 3: Hit Search automatically for updated driver software.
• Step 4: Restart your computer when the update completes, restart your computer and map the drive again.

Note: There is no new driver for the drive? Then it’s a good idea to roll back the driver. 

• Step 1: Open Device Manager, right-click your drive in Disk drives and pick Properties. 
• Step 2: Go to the Driver tab, hit Roll Back Driver and follow onscreen instructions.
• Step 3: Restart your computer. 

Perform SFC And DISM Scans

• Step 1: Go to Search bar, type cmd and hit Run as administrator. 
• Step 2: In Command Prompt (Admin), run the command sfc /scannow to perform the SFC scan. 
• Step 3: Once the SFC scan wraps up, run the commands down below in Command Prompt (Admin) to perform the DISM scan:
  • DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth
  • DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth
  • DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
• Step 4: Proceed to run the command exit to close Command Prompt then restart your computer 
• Step 5: When the screen comes back on, give the mapping another go. 

Format Drive

• Step 1: Press Windows + E to open File Explorer.
• Step 2: Go to This PC, locate your drive, right-click it and pick the Format.
• Step 3: Configure the seeings as you see fit, hit Start and let the process run from start to finish.
• Step 4: Eject the drive, wait for a moment and insert it back into your computer. 
• Step 5: Map the drive.

Make Use Of System Restore 

• Step 1: Go to Search bar, type System Restore and press Enter. 
• Step 2: Select System Restore, choose a restore point and initiate the restoration. 
• Step 3: As soon as the process concludes, map the drive. 

Related Questions

How Come My USB Drive Is Not Responding?

If your USB drive is unresponsive, it’s strongly recommended that you disconnect and reconnect the driver. Aside from that, you should restart your computer, update the drive driver, etc.

Is It Possible To Repair Damaged Drives?

If your drive suffers software damages, it’s possible to salvage the drive using specific tools. On the other hand, if your drive suffers hardware damages, there is nothing you can do. 

Can I Delete The Driver Of My Network Adapter?

In a nutshell, you can delete the driver of your network adapter as part of the uninstallation process. Keep in mind that without a network adapter driver, it’s impossible for your operating system to recognize the wireless adapter. That means until a new driver is installed, you would have a hard time establishing and maintaining Internet connection.