Connection issue with a external disk

I have a problem with my external NVMe drive (2TB).

When I connect it to the USB-C port on my computer, I hear the Windows connection sound, but the drive does not appear in File Explorer.

If I check the system tray, I can see the USB icon. When I click on it, the name of the drive is displayed, but it does not have a drive letter assigned.

If I safely eject the drive and then reconnect it, the drive appears immediately in File Explorer with the correct drive letter.

This only happens the first time I connect the drive. On the second attempt, it always works correctly.

Has anyone experienced a similar issue or know what could be causing this behavior?

The first time you connect it and it does not have a letter, either use diskpart or disk management and assign a letter. Then test and see if the first time woes continue.