How do I fix the "No media detected" issue on a specific device?

"指定设备中没有媒体" 的概要是：This message indicates that the specified device does not have any media present, such as a disc in a CD/DVD drive or a memory card in a card reader. It implies that the user cannot perform actions like reading or writing data to the device because it is currently empty or does not contain any recognizable storage medium.

"Virtual Disk Service error: There is no media in the device" and "There is no media in the specified device" are two similar error messages indicating the same issue. The former typically appears when you attempt to format a USB flash drive using the HP USB Disk Storage Format Tool, while the latter occurs when you try to clean a USB device using the diskpart command.

Symptom

When either of these errors occurs, you might see the following symptoms:

• You receive an error message like "Please insert a disk into Removable Disk" when you try to access it
• When you check the drive properties, the USB flash drive shows 0 bytes used and 0 bytes available
• The USB drive status shows as "No Media" in Disk Management
• You can't format the USB drive

The reason is that…

Almost every error has a reason, and “No media in (designated) device” is no exception. A USB drive usually shows up as “No media” due to one of the following reasons:

• Corrupted MBR (Master Boot Record)
• I/O device error
• The device is physically damaged, or there's a malfunction with the USB device or it's broken

"No media in device" is an error that usually prevents you from formatting a USB drive or any other device using the HP USB Disk Storage Format Tool. This issue can be caused by several reasons and has been a headache for many users. Here, we provide reliable solutions to fix the "No media in device" error without losing your data.

Fix the issue of "No media in (specified) device"

Before sending the device for manual repair, try the following methods to resolve the USB issue that reports “Virtual Disk Service Error: No media in the device” or “No media in the specified device.”

Method 1: Rescan the Disk

Step 1: Right-click "This PC," and then choose "Manage" > "Disk Management."

(Step 2) Choose Actions > Rescan Disk.

Step 3. Restart your computer and check the drive status in Disk Management. If it shows up as normal, you should now be able to format your USB flash drive without getting the “There is no media in the device” error.

Method 2: Update or Reinstall Device Drivers

Step 1: Right-click on "This PC," and then select "Manage" > "Device Manager."

Step 2. Expand “Disk Drives,” right-click your USB flash drive, and select “Update Driver.”

Step 3: In the new window, select “Search automatically for updated driver software.”

To reinstall the USB device driver, select Uninstall Device. Then, restart your computer and the driver will install automatically. You can also try 'Scan for hardware changes' in Device Manager.

Method 3: Rebuild the MBR

MBR (Master Boot Record) is the first sector of a hard drive. A USB flash drive may also contain an MBR. If the MBR on the drive gets damaged, the device will not work properly. One of the errors you might encounter is "No media in device." Fortunately, you can rebuild the MBR on a USB drive with third-party software. With a free partition manager – tools Partition Master, you can easily rebuild the MBR on a drive. For a detailed guide, see the article on how to rebuild MBR.

Method 4: Use a USB Repair Tool

Many users reported that they managed to fix the “No media in (specified) device” error using a USB repair tool. There are numerous USB flash drive repair tools available, so choose a reliable and safe way to repair your USB flash drive.

Some manufacturers develop专属 repair tools for their users. For example, JetFlash Online Recovery is a recovery tool specifically made for Transcend JetFlash USB drives. Check if your USB manufacturer has provided such a tool. If not, you can use other universal USB repair tools to fix your USB flash drive.

After performing the above repairs, you will likely find yourself in one of three situations:

• Your USB device shows up in Disk Management as normal, and you can use it just like you usually would.
• Instead of showing “No Media,” the USB drive now appears as “RAW” format, or the drive is recognized by Disk Management but still inaccessible.
• The status of your USB drive still reads “No Media.”

If you fall into the first category, congratulations – the “no media” error on your device should now be fixed. If you're in the third group, it's highly recommended that you send your USB for professional repair. However, if you belong to the second group, there are two more steps you need to take before using your device again: recover your data and format the USB.

## Recover Data from the USB Drive Before Fixing the Problem ### 1. **检查USB驱动器** 在尝试修复损坏的USB驱动器之前，确保你已经备份了所有重要数据。如果USB驱动器中的文件丢失或损坏，可以使用数据恢复软件来尝试恢复它们。 #### 在Windows上恢复数据 1. **获取数据恢复软件。** 有很多免费和付费的数据恢复工具可供选择，例如Recuva、tools Data Recovery Wizard或MiniTool Power Data Recovery。确保选择一个可靠且评价良好的程序。 2. **安装并运行软件。** 根据你选择的程序，按照提示进行操作。 3. **选择USB驱动器。** 在软件中，找到并选择你的USB驱动器，然后点击“扫描”或类似选项以开始查找丢失的文件。 4. **预览和恢复文件。** 扫描完成后，浏览找到的文件。选择要恢复的文件，然后按照软件的说明进行操作。 #### 在Mac上恢复数据 1. **获取数据恢复软件。** 对于Mac用户，可以选择Disk Drill、Stellar Data Recovery或tools Data Recovery for Mac等应用。 2. **安装并运行软件。** 按照应用程序的说明进行操作。 3. **选择USB驱动器。** 在软件中找到你的USB驱动器，然后启动扫描过程。 4. **预览和恢复文件。** 扫描完成后，查看找到的文件，选择要恢复的项目，并按照指示进行操作。 完成数据恢复后，你可以尝试以下方法修复损坏的USB驱动器。

If you have important files on the USB drive, you need to recover data from the inaccessible device first. (If not, you can simply format the USB drive to get it back to normal.) With professional disk data recovery software – tools Data Recovery Wizard, you can easily retrieve files from an inaccessible device (including RAW drives).

Download tools Data Recovery Wizard and follow the guide below to recover data from USB drive.

Step 1: Select the USB drive to scan

Run the Data Recovery Wizard, select the USB drive where you lost important files, and click “Scan” to start.

Select the USB drive

Step 2: Check and Preview USB Drive Data

Once the scan is complete, you can use the filtering options and search function to locate specific types of files quickly.

Step 3: Recover Data from the Flash Drive

Once the scan is complete and lost USB drive files are found, click on “Recover” to restore them. You should save the recovered files to a secure location on your computer instead of back to the USB drive.

With the data secured, you can now format the USB flash drive without worries. In Windows, you can do this through File Explorer, Disk Management, or a third-party USB formatting tool like the Best USB Format Tool. Here's the easiest way:

Step 1: Open File Explorer.

Step 2: Right-click on your device and select "Format."

Step 3: Assign a file system to the USB device and click “Start.”

Bottom line

In most cases, the “No Media” status indicates that your USB drive is damaged or faulty. If the above methods failed to revive your USB flash drive, your device might be corrupted and require repair or replacement. Hopefully, one of the solutions above was helpful for you.

"Frequently Asked Questions about the 'No Media Detected' Issue on Specified Device"

After reading through the methods provided in this article, you should have resolved your issue. If you have more questions, check out the answers below:

How do I fix the "No media detected" issue on a specific device?

You will have four ways to address this problem:

1. Rescan the problematic disk, then restart your computer. 2. Reinstall the device driver or just update it. 3. Use a third-party partition management tool to rebuild the MBR. 4. Look for a USB repair utility to help resolve the issue.

How to fix the "USB not showing in Disk Management" error?

The following methods will help you fix the "USB shows no media in Disk Management" error:

• 1. Try finding an expert or USB drive repair service.
• 2. Reconnect the USB to your computer, or restart your PC.
• 3. Enable the USB drive in Device Manager.
• 4. Check the USB drive with the CHKDSK command.

What can cause the "No media in the specified device" issue?

This issue is common among Windows users and can be caused by a corrupted Master Boot Record, I/O device error, other physical damage, or various other reasons.

Can I recover data from an inaccessible USB drive?

With the Data Recovery Wizard tool, you can recover data from an inaccessible USB flash drive. In just three simple steps, you can easily retrieve lost documents, images, and videos from this USB flash drive.