Fix the Error 0x800701E3 When Copying Files to External Hard Disk

I. What is 0x800701E3 error, and what are the reasons for this error?

This error code 0×800701e3 may appear on your Windows computer screen when you are attempting to move or copy files from a hard drive or SD card. It is a warning that there is a corrupted file within the system. If this issue is not addressed promptly, it could lead to more severe damage or malfunction.

When encountering error code 0×800701e3, it is often due to various hardware failures such as a damaged hard disk or SD card, bad sectors, or a damaged SATA data cable. Another possible cause could be an outdated hard disk driver or a damaged SD card adapter. Regardless of the reason, it is important to first back up the data on the faulty device before attempting to fix the issue. For this task, we recommend using Renee Becca, a professional data backup tool. Let’s explore its features in more detail.

II. Before repairing, use Renee Becca to back up the external hard disk data

1. What is Renee Becca?

Renee Becca is a tool specially used for system/hard disk data backup and restoration. It can help you back up and restore important data in your computer, such as programs, system configuration, emails, photos, videos, documents, bookmarks, etc. It adopts the leading incremental/differential backup technology, which can save you more time and disk space. In addition to supporting system backup, it also supports partition backup, hard disk backup, file backup, disk cloning and system migration, satisfying your different needs.

2. How to backup external hard disk data with Renee Becca?

The specific steps are as follows:

Step 1: Download, install, and run Renee Becca on the computer. Then select the (Disk/Partition Backup) option in the main interface (Backup).

This option can back up the data of the entire hard disk or partition. If you only need to back up individual important data, you can also try the (File Backup) function.

Step 2: Select the external hard disk that needs to be backed up in (source), and select the hard disk to store the backup data in (destination).

If you need to back up the partition, you can select the (Backup Partition) option in the upper right corner.

Step 3: In (Scheduler), you can set the daily/weekly/monthly regular backup and the time to automatically start the backup.

Step 4: In (Backup Scheme)-(Scheme Type), you can choose a suitable backup scheme mode according to your personal needs. Renee Becca has 5 backup schemes to choose from, namely, version chain mode, single version mode, full mode, incremental mode, and differential mode.

Step 5: Finally, click the (Backup) button to start the external hard disk backup.

The above is an effective way to back up the data of the external hard disk. After the data is backed up, you can repair the device failure with confidence.

III. How to fix 0x800701E3 error?

There are numerous methods to resolve the 0x800701E3 error. Prior to fixing the issue, it is essential to first examine if the USB connection port is defective, and then proceed with the following repair procedures.

1. Update the driver of the external hard disk

The method of updating the external hard disk driver is relatively simple, and the specific steps are as follows:

Step 1: Run the Windows computer, connect the external hard disk to the computer, and press (Windows key + R) on the keyboard at the same time to open the running window. After entering the command (devmgmt.msc), click the (OK) button to enter the Device Manager.

Step 2: Next, in “Disk Drives”, right-click the removable hard disk that you want to update the drive, and select the (Update Driver) option.

Step 3: Next, select the (Search automatically for updated driver software) option, and then follow the instructions in order to complete the update of the hard disk driver. After the driver update is complete, restart the computer to see if the problem is resolved.

2. Use the chkdsk tool to scan and repair hard disk errors

The chkdsk tool is a command used in the Windows system to check the current status of the disk. It can show the disk’s condition, memory usage, and the number of individual files in a given path. Additionally, it has the capability to fix any issues with the disk. Repairing a external hard disk using the chkdsk tool is a straightforward process. The following are the specific steps to follow:

Step 1: Connect the external hard disk to the computer, directly search (cmd) in the search box in the lower left corner, and select (run as administrator) to open the command prompt tool.

Step 2: In the opened command prompt window, enter the command chkdsk G: /F (G refers to the drive letter of the external hard disk), and press (Enter) to fix the error. After the external hard disk is repaired, reconnect the device to check whether the problem is resolved.

3. Format the external hard disk

The process of formatting a malfunctioning hard disk has the capability to fix a range of issues and restore its functionality. The following are the specific steps to format a hard disk:

Step 1: Connect the faulty external hard disk to the computer, and press the (Windows+X) keys on the keyboard at the same time. Then in the pop-up list, select the (Disk Management) option.

Step 2: Next, find the device that needs to be formatted, right-click on it and select the (Format) option.

Step 3: Select the required file system: FAT32, NTFS or exFAT. If it is a external hard disk used in Windows system, it is recommended to choose NTFS.

Check (Perform a quick format), click (OK), and follow the instructions to complete the formatting process. After the formatting operation is completed, the external hard disk failure can be repaired.