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Epic Games Installer Invalid Drive Error: 6 Ways to Fix It
Changing the hard drive letter fixes the issue immediately!
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Updated onNovember 4, 2024
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Many users have reported encountering the Invalid Drive error message when using the Epic Games installer to install a game from the store. If you are one of them, this guide can help!
We will discuss expert-recommended solutions to address the issue and get you back to gaming in no time.
Why am I getting the invalid drive error?
How can I fix the Invalid Drive error when installing the Epic Games Launcher?
Before we go to the advanced fixes, here are a few quick things you could try:
1. Recover space on the drive
Removing temporary files from your computer improves the system performance and can prevent issues likeSomething went wrong on Epic Games. If your disk is still low on space, try moving large files to an external HDD or cloud storage.
2. Run the troubleshooter
3. Change the drive letter & reinstall the game launcher
First, we will change the driver letter; for that, follow these steps:
Now follow these steps to install the game launcher:
Next, uninstall Epic Games Launcher, and for that, follow these steps:
Next, use the steps mentioned above to change the drive letter to the previous one so that everything on your computer works fine. Launch the game launcher installer, choose a desired location, and clickInstall.
Reinstalling the game launcher can also fix other issues related to the app, such asEpic Games Launcher not working.
4. Fix the corrupt registry entries
Your computer will restart, and the tool will diagnose & try to repair the issues. Once your computer is up but the Invalid Drive error persists, we suggest you try aspecialized repair app.
5. Use the Command Prompt to substitute the drive
Once the command is executed, try performing the same action you did when you got the error to see if the issue persists.
6. Delete the registry entry
If you have changed the hard drive and started getting this error, you might have toreinstall Windowsto fix the issue.
In case none of these solutions worked for you, we suggest you contactEpic Games customer supportfor further help.
Can I install Epic Games on an external hard drive?
Yes, you can install Epic Games on an external hard drive, and it could be a great alternative if you don’t have space on the internal drive or want to access the game library on multiple devices.
To get it on an external drive, uninstall it from your local hard drive. Once uninstalled, run the installer. Once you are on a page to choose the installation location, select the external drive, click Install, and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
Remember that while performing tasks related to installation or uninstallation, you should always log in using an admin account & run the installer file as administrator to avoid related errors.
This isn’t the only problem, and we recently wrote abouterror code 2738 in Epic Installer, so don’t miss it for more solutions.
Do you know any other solution that worked for you? Feel free to mention it in the comments section below. We will happily add it to the list.
Srishti Sisodia
Windows Software Expert
Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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Srishti Sisodia
Windows Software Expert
She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
