Problem with WMP Emptying Out Library

ThrashZone · 01 Sep 2013

In my opinion I would just transfer the files to the massive Unallocated space on disk 1,
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Seems like the image on the left has the most issues/ only 27GB left on the primary but in the same case disk 1 is huge.
With the internet access issue is why I would cut out the frustration and just transfer the files,
I'm going to post for a second opinion though so stay tuned for an update hopefully soon,
Cheers.

ICIT2LOL · 03 Sep 2013

Well I kinda agree TZ if you don't mind me suggesting too the Partition Wizard I find easier to use when dealing with partitions or anything drive wise to be honest.

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shortmartin · 03 Sep 2013

Sounds good. So basically you think that having the music files on the large hard disks makes the most sense, and cuts out possible internet issues? One quick question - why would there be internet connectivity issues when it comes to the WMP library, if the music files are stored on external hard drives?

Many thanks!

ThrashZone · 03 Sep 2013

Pure speculation here but it seems a permissions issue might be occurring but no normal notification,
Use this on the external hard drive,
http://www.vistax64.com/tutorials/112795-context-menu-take-ownership.html

shortmartin · 10 Sep 2013

So the problem still persists . . . even though I've now put all of the music files on the internal (D) hard drive. So it apparently wasn't an issue with the external hard drives. I'd appreciate any further assistance. This is driving me crazy and is really frustrating because I have lots of great music and love using WMP. I really don't want to switch to Winamp or another device.

ICIT2LOL · 11 Sep 2013

Hmm just out of interest Shortmartin have you done a sfc and or chkdsk might be worth a run can do now harm at least

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shortmartin · 13 Sep 2013

thanks for this tip - I'll try it out and report back.