Problem Ejecting USB Mass Storage Device

[sanny16]

Whenever i try to eject my 2 tb WD portable hdd, my pc gives this error: "Windows can't stop your 'Generic volume' device because it is in use. Close any programs or windows that might be using the device, and then try again later."

I can't find any program that is using the wd hdd. Is there any fix for this?

 

[lywyre]

If you were playing any media files in iTunes/WinAmp or any such programs you may have to close those before removing you HD (or a pdf/doc in which case you have to close the pdf reader/ word).

 

[rijinpk1]

try it in linux. if it is ok, your windows may be affected by some virus.

 

[srkmish]

Download unlocker and you can see what is keeping lock on your hard drive. Its a must have windows program for me.

 

[gameranand]

If its happening every time even when you are not using any files on that Mass storage then its a Virus. Do a complete scan of your system, preferably boot scan.

 

[sanny16]

how do i run a boot scan? is there any app for that? I have microsoft essential on my vista.

 

[gameranand]

Yes you can use Avast AV.

 

[rijinpk1]

you can also use avira boot disk and create a bootable disk and boot from usb. scan whole computer.