What is Enhanced Storage Device-unlock?

Anonymous
2013-12-14T13:51:25+00:00

After inserting a portable usb drive the following option showed up in the choices:

Enhanced Storage Device

Unlock

Using Enhanced Storage Device Authentication....

Why did this just appear and should I even be concerned with it?

Is it some kind of malware?

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  2. Anonymous
    2013-12-15T13:35:50+00:00

    John,

    These devices have been in use for several years and the message has never come up before.

    There are 4 devices, all of which I believe are USB 2.0

    2- PNY 8GB ''Attach'e" (One has trouble reading, so it is not used)

    1- 8GB PNY (Model unknown, but it closes with a slider rather than having a cap)

    1- 160GB Western Digital "MY Passport Essential"

    In looking back, I believe it was the "Attach'e", but it could have been the Passport. That is not important as long as I know there is no malware problem.

    I keep the PNY slider model in the computer all the time and backup my personal file changes weekly to all 3 and keep them in separate areas of the house. If I have a fire or other disaster, I lesson the chances of losing all my data. I know that I can back up online, but I have trust issues with online backup and prefer not to do it. You can always reload software, or buy a new computer, but you can never recover your personal data. I also try to do a system backup with Windows Backup about once a month.

    In looking at the AutoPlay options, I do see the "Enhanced Storage Device" option in which I have checked "Take no action". At least I now know that I can create a password for the devices in the future.

    Thanks for the help. I should be all set.

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  3. Anonymous
    2013-12-26T09:11:38+00:00

    Hi Chas,

    Thanks for the update, If you’ve any issues, please feel free to post it here at Microsoft Community forum.

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