{"id":70920,"date":"2025-08-10T07:17:53","date_gmt":"2025-08-10T00:17:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/"},"modified":"2026-07-29T11:47:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T04:47:29","slug":"unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Unable to Copy Files Between Hard Drive and USB: Causes &#038; Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>Unable to Copy Files Between Hard Drive and USB: Causes &#038; Solutions<\/h1>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">The content of the article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#1_Why_Cant_You_Copy_Files_Between_Hard_Drive_and_USB\" >1. Why Can&#8217;t You Copy Files Between Hard Drive and USB?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#11_Common_Causes_of_Unable_to_Copy_Files\" >1.1. Common Causes of Unable to Copy Files:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#12_Signs_Indicating_Copying_Errors\" >1.2. Signs Indicating Copying Errors:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#2_Detailed_Guidance_on_How_to_Fix_Unable_to_Copy_Files_Error\" >2. Detailed Guidance on How to Fix Unable to Copy Files Error<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#21_Check_USB_Capacity_and_Format\" >2.1. Check USB Capacity and Format:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#Related_services_from_IT_Systems\" >Related services from IT Systems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#FAQ\" >FAQ<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#When_should_a_business_ask_IT_Systems_for_support\" >When should a business ask IT Systems for support?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#Can_IT_Systems_help_review_the_current_environment_before_proposing_a_solution\" >Can IT Systems help review the current environment before proposing a solution?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#Does_this_topic_connect_to_ongoing_IT_operations\" >Does this topic connect to ongoing IT operations?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/unable-to-copy-files-between-hard-drive-and-usb-causes-solutions\/#Need_help_applying_this_to_your_business\" >Need help applying this to your business?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Why_Cant_You_Copy_Files_Between_Hard_Drive_and_USB\"><\/span>1. Why Can&#8217;t You Copy Files Between Hard Drive and USB?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The issue of not being able to copy files between hard drive and USB can stem from various reasons. Understanding these causes will help you find timely solutions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Common_Causes_of_Unable_to_Copy_Files\"><\/span>1.1. Common Causes of Unable to Copy Files:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>1.1.1. File System Formatting Error:<\/strong> If the USB is formatted with a file system that is not compatible with your computer, the copying will fail.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.1.2. Insufficient USB Capacity:<\/strong> When the USB is full, you won&#8217;t be able to copy any more files.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.1.3. Faulty or Damaged USB:<\/strong> A faulty or damaged USB can cause errors when copying.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.1.4. Hard Drive Issues:<\/strong> If your hard drive has problems, copying files will also be affected.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.1.5. Restricted Access Permissions:<\/strong> Sometimes, security settings on the computer may prevent copying.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.1.6. Virus or Malware:<\/strong> A system infected with a virus can also lead to this situation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.1.7. Faulty or Outdated USB Driver:<\/strong> Sometimes the USB driver might not be updated, causing copying errors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.1.8. Faulty USB Port:<\/strong> The USB port on the computer or the USB itself may be damaged, preventing copying.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Signs_Indicating_Copying_Errors\"><\/span>1.2. Signs Indicating Copying Errors:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>1.2.1. Error Message When Copying:<\/strong> The computer will display an error message when you cannot copy files.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.2.2. Slow or Stuck Copying:<\/strong> If the copying process is very slow or stuck, an error may have occurred.<\/li>\n<li><strong>1.2.3. Corrupted Files After Copying:<\/strong> If a file cannot be opened after copying, it may have become corrupted during the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Detailed_Guidance_on_How_to_Fix_Unable_to_Copy_Files_Error\"><\/span>2. Detailed Guidance on How to Fix Unable to Copy Files Error<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"21_Check_USB_Capacity_and_Format\"><\/span>2.1. Check USB Capacity and Format:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>2.1.1. How to Check USB Capacity:<\/strong> To ensure that the USB has enough space, connect the USB to the computer and check in the  <font color=\"blue\">If you need assistance, please contact us right away<\/font><\/br><br \/>\n<b>IT SYSTEMS VIETNAM CO., LTD<\/b><br \/>\n<\/br><i>IT Solutions \u2013 Your Business IT Department<\/i><br \/>\n<\/br>HOTLINE: <b>0283 9950 359<\/b><br \/>\n <\/br>Email: <a href=\"mailto:contact@itsystems.com.vn\">contact@itsystems.com.vn <\/a><br \/>\n<\/br>Website: <a href=https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/>https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/<\/a><br \/>\n <\/br>Facebook: <a href=https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ITSystems.VIETNAM>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ITSystems.VIETNAM<\/a><br \/>\n <\/br>Youtube: <a href=https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@ITSYSTEMS>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@ITSYSTEMS<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <\/br><b>HCM: <\/b>2nd Floor, 184\/1A Le Van Sy Street, Ward 10, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam<br \/>\n<\/br><b>HCM: <\/b>321\/10 Phan Dinh Phung Street, Ward 15, Phu Nhuan District, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.<br \/>\n <\/br><b>Hanoi: <\/b>House No. 22, Garden Villa Area, Vinh Hoang Urban Area, 431 Tam Trinh Street, Hoang Mai District, Hanoi, Vietnam.<br \/>\n <\/br><b>B\u00ecnh D\u01b0\u01a1ng: <\/b>Binh Duong Boulevard, Phu Hoa Ward, Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong Province, Vietnam<br \/>\n<!-- its-deep-aio-en-related-2026-07-27 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"its-deep-aio-related\" aria-label=\"Related IT Systems services\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_services_from_IT_Systems\"><\/span>Related services from IT Systems<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your team is dealing with this issue in a live business environment, these services can help you move from diagnosis to a stable operating process.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/microsoft-business-licensing\/microsoft-windows-licensing\/\">Windows licensing for business<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/microsoft-business-licensing\/windows-license-pricing\/\">Windows license pricing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/itsystems.vn\/en\/it-services-for-businesses\/it-support-services\/\">IT support services<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- its-deep-aio-en-faq-2026-07-27 --><\/p>\n<section class=\"its-deep-aio-faq\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_a_business_ask_IT_Systems_for_support\"><\/span>When should a business ask IT Systems for support?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Ask for support when the issue affects users, business data, security, licensing compliance, service availability or daily operations. 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