Can't see open network drive

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I have a USB external hard drive connected to a desktop. In the same
workgroup as the desktop is a laptop. I have mapped the drive to the laptop,
but when I try and access it I get a message that says Z:\ is not accessible
The device is not ready. (Z is the drive letter)What am I doing wrong?
Thanks
Tony


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