Sometimes the instructions that come with a USB drive box
say that you have to format the drive while it is connected
directly to a MB drive port...  Seems to me this is a limitation
in the internal USB controller in the USB box, (but then who
knows?...)
I would read any papers that came with the box and see if
you have this limitation.  If not, follow the normal instructions
for the OS you are running, (which then becomes your new
question for the list).

                                    Rick Glazier

----- Original Message -----
From: "1016sdh" <[log in to unmask]>
> Have just installed a WD 200GB hard drive
> in a USB box. Both new.
> Computer recognizes it as "USB mass storage" How do I format the drive
> for use. It now shows up in
> the device manager with a yellow !. I have tried removing from device
> manager, unplugging to reset and
>  reconnecting. Any help will be appreciated.  TIA,   Charles E. Avilla

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