Move content library to external SSD
After following an internet suggestion I copied all sound library files to a folder in my external
ssd which took quite a while. In Native Access I clicked the refresh icon but no repair or relocate option is available. I'm not sure now how to redirect Native Access so I can free up disk space on my data drive. My Komplete Kontrol still functions but in the origional Library location.
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My Komplete Kontrol still functions but in the origional Library location.
The old path remains for each library item however. NA isn't redirecting.
use latest version of Native Access for your OS
Else then did you try renaming one of the library directories on the original location before starting Native Access and then point the missing installation to the new destination. I imagine the N.A. might get confused if you point to a new location while keeping the old location. (try renaming the least important library then if it works you rename more).
I case that you need to do some resets then here are some links :
resetting the Native Access XML file , look at section 8 here : My Product is Missing in Native Access
Resetting the Komplete Kontrol Database
When/ if using Mac then also always make sure that you have done all the Mac user prerequisites
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This is a little confusing.
So you moved the files and used the locate function in Native Access? Now if you open Kontakt or Komplete Kontrol in standalone, can you load all your products?
They still don't work as a software instrument track but I found they work when I open a Session Player SI track
What do you mean by a Session Player SI?
If you have issues only in Logic, maybe try resetting the preferences to default:
Reset the Logic Pro PLIST file
- In Logic Pro, note any custom preference settings that you’ve made, and save any custom key commands that you've created.
- Quit Logic Pro.
- In the Finder, choose Go > Go to Folder.
- Enter ~/Library/Preferences, then click Go.
- Select the "com.apple.logic10.plist" file in the Preferences folder, then choose File > New Folder with "com.apple.logic10.plist."
- If you upgraded from Logic 9 or earlier to Logic Pro, move the "com.apple.logic.pro" file into the new folder created in the previous step.
- Restart your Mac.
After moving the original PLIST file(s) to a new folder, open your project and try to reproduce the issue that you were experiencing. If the issue no longer occurs, the issue you're experiencing is likely a Logic Pro setting you had applied or the PLIST file is damaged. You can reapply custom settings one-at-a-time to try to isolate the setting that is causing your issue.
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at the bottom left click maintenance there should be some options to relocate or repair
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Thank you, I tried that already. I pointed it to the new path, after it ran it said Library found successfully! The old path remains for each library item however. NA isn't redirecting.
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ok , move the original folder from its place, that will break the link with NA
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My Komplete Kontrol still functions but in the origional Library location.
The old path remains for each library item however. NA isn't redirecting.
use latest version of Native Access for your OS
Else then did you try renaming one of the library directories on the original location before starting Native Access and then point the missing installation to the new destination. I imagine the N.A. might get confused if you point to a new location while keeping the old location. (try renaming the least important library then if it works you rename more).
I case that you need to do some resets then here are some links :
resetting the Native Access XML file , look at section 8 here : My Product is Missing in Native Access
Resetting the Komplete Kontrol Database
When/ if using Mac then also always make sure that you have done all the Mac user prerequisites
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I will try that thanks!
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Well that did something. Now just a handful of the libraries work as they are directed to the new drive. I'm downloading a missing library so when it finishes I'll try repair again, reboot and see what happens.
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I believe it's working now. I'm installing updates and I'll check the paths of all the libraries. A few are still directed to the old drive for some reason. When I'm done should I put the old libraries in the trash or is there another way?
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yeah , trash them , what I did was copy the folder , trash the original and then open NA , everything that needs repairing, I point to the new folder , I think I had a few updates after , but I’m not sure if it even downloaded anything, because some of them were saying 4.5gb , but downloaded in a couple of minutes , my internet isn’t that quick
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I appreciate your help, Thanks mucho!
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A new problem occurred . When I was working in Logic I found that When adding a software instrument track the only option was Drum Machine Designer. I contacted Apple Support and they said it was a 3rd party issue. All 3rd party programs?? Anyways he did find that I moved all my libraries to an SSD that's formatted to ExFAT. Apparently that's not great. I then moved all libraries to an APFS formatted drive and tested them. That took a full day. They still don't work as a software instrument track but I found they work when I open a Session Player SI track. The problem is I'm worried about performance and stability. Also I tested all libraries through their players and not through Logic. When satisfied I deleted all the original files. Any advice on how to proceed?
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I then moved all libraries to an APFS formatted drive and tested them. That took a full day. They still don't work as a software instrument track but I found they work when I open a Session Player SI track. The problem is I'm worried about performance and stability. Also I tested all libraries through their players and not through Logic. When satisfied I deleted all the original files. Any advice on how to proceed?
@Jeremy_NI , any advice for paulisher how to proceed ?
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This is a little confusing.
So you moved the files and used the locate function in Native Access? Now if you open Kontakt or Komplete Kontrol in standalone, can you load all your products?
They still don't work as a software instrument track but I found they work when I open a Session Player SI track
What do you mean by a Session Player SI?
If you have issues only in Logic, maybe try resetting the preferences to default:
Reset the Logic Pro PLIST file
- In Logic Pro, note any custom preference settings that you’ve made, and save any custom key commands that you've created.
- Quit Logic Pro.
- In the Finder, choose Go > Go to Folder.
- Enter ~/Library/Preferences, then click Go.
- Select the "com.apple.logic10.plist" file in the Preferences folder, then choose File > New Folder with "com.apple.logic10.plist."
- If you upgraded from Logic 9 or earlier to Logic Pro, move the "com.apple.logic.pro" file into the new folder created in the previous step.
- Restart your Mac.
After moving the original PLIST file(s) to a new folder, open your project and try to reproduce the issue that you were experiencing. If the issue no longer occurs, the issue you're experiencing is likely a Logic Pro setting you had applied or the PLIST file is damaged. You can reapply custom settings one-at-a-time to try to isolate the setting that is causing your issue.
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Thank you Jeremy for your reply! I will look at your suggestions regarding the Logic reset. After contacting Apple they showed me a work around my usual work flow. Anyways I was most concerned with moving the files to pre formatted ExFAT disk and possibly compromising them. I think the problem is solved, thank you again.
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Great choice for faster access and more storage! Just make sure to format the SSD properly, use a fast connection (USB 3.1 or higher), and update file paths in your apps—just like organizing delicious food for the best experience!
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