Blink USB Storage has no Clips: Reasons and Solutions

Blink cameras can record footage to a USB flash drive plugged into the Sync Module 2. But there are some reasons why you might see the message “This USB storage device has no clips” in the Blink app Usually, it happens when there is a problem with the USB device you have plugged in.

Let’s talk about the issues why the Blink USB storage has no clips and how can you fix this.

Quick Looks:

  • Not compatible USB flash drive: Buy a good flash drive for the Blink system and format it into exFAT.
  • Faulty Installation: Make sure the flash drive is inserted correctly.
  • No Space in the flash drive: Make sure there is 500 MB of free storage for the clips.
Blink USB Storage has no Clips
Blink USB Storage has no Clips

4 Reasons Why Your USB Storage Has No Clips

Here are some possible reasons why your Blink USB storage has no clips:  

1. The USB Flash Drive is not Compatible with the Blink System:

The Blink system is compatible with USB flash drives that meet the following requirements:

  • At least 8GB in size
  • Formatted to exFAT
  • Not a write-protected drive
  • Not a corrupted drive

If your USB flash drive does not meet these requirements, it will not be compatible with the Blink system and you will see the message “This USB storage device has no clips” in the Blink app.

To check if your USB flash drive is compatible with the Blink system, you can use the Blink compatibility checker. This tool will scan your USB flash drive and let you know if it is compatible.

If your USB flash drive is not compatible with the Blink system, you can try formatting it to exFAT using a PC or Mac. You can also try using a different USB flash drive that meets the compatibility requirements. The USB device is full.

2. Faulty Installation

If the flash drive is not installed correctly then the storage will be empty and will not show any clips that the Blink camera has recorded. So check if the USB drive is inserted all the way into the Sync module.

The USB flash drive must be inserted perfectly into the port on the Sync Module 2 for it to be recognized. If the USB flash drive is not inserted in, it will not be able to record clips.

And make sure the flash drive is formatted to exFAT. The Blink system requires that the USB flash drive be formatted to exFAT. If you format the USB flash drive to a different file system, it will not be compatible with the Blink system.

3. Problem with the USB Drive

If you are using a corrupt USB flash drive the Blink App will not show any clip. The USB flash drive can become corrupted if it is not properly removed from the Sync Module 2. To safely remove the USB flash drive, you should use the “Eject” option in the Blink app.

Sometimes faulty software and malfunctioning firmware format the storage device and leave the message Blink USB storage has no clips.

On the other hand, if the USB flash drive is damaged, it may not be able to record clips or it may corrupt the clips that are already stored on it. If you suspect that the USB flash drive is damaged, you should replace it.

4. The USB Flash Drive is Full

The Blink system requires at least 375MB of free space on the USB flash drive for recording clips. If the USB storage does not have the space, it will not save the clips for you.

So make sure you have enough storage in your flash drive.

Blink USB Storage has no Clips: Fix

Here are the simple fixes and troubleshoots to fix the Blink USB storage has no clips:

1. Use a Compatible USB Drive

The first thing to choose a compatible USB flash drive for the Blink Sync module. Make sure the flash drive has good reading and writing speed.
When you insert the flash drive into the sync module, the clips are saved locally inside the flash drive.

Blink sells the flash drive, especially for the sync module. You can buy one of them to have a good connection and avoid any problems in the future.

Go to Amazon to see the prices.

2. Keep Enough Space for Clips

If your flash drive does not have enough storage to record video clips, you will not get any clips from the sync module. To access the local storage make sure you have at least 500 MB of free space.

It is recommended to regularly delete the old data from the flash drive to make some space for the new clips.

As it is a security system, you will have many clips when it has motion detection ON. That is why it is pretty unpredictable to know how much storage you have left in the flash drive.

Check the storage regular basis and delete the old data to have free space.

3. Format the Flash Drive

If your USB flash drive is not compatible with the Blink system, you can try formatting it to exFAT using a PC or Mac. You can also try using a different USB flash drive that meets the compatibility requirements.

Here are the steps on how to format a USB flash drive to exFAT using a PC:

  • Connect the USB flash drive to your PC.
  • Open File Explorer.
  • Right-click on the USB flash drive and select Format.
  • In the Format window, select exFAT from the File system drop-down menu.
  • Click Start to format the USB flash drive.

Here are the steps on how to format a USB flash drive to exFAT using a Mac:

  • Connect the USB flash drive to your Mac.
  • Open Disk Utility.
  • Select the USB flash drive in the left sidebar.
  • Click Erase.
  • In the Erase window, select exFAT from the Format drop-down menu.
  • Click Erase to format the USB flash drive.

Once you have formatted your USB flash drive to exFAT, you can try again to use it with the Blink system. If you are still seeing the message “This USB storage device has no clips“, you can contact Blink support for further assistance.

4. Make Sure the Flash Drive is Installed Correctly

Another basic thing to do to maintain the connection is, you have to make sure the USB flash drive is inserted correctly in the sync module.

Check if the flash drive has gone all into the port of the module.

5.  Try Using a Different USB Drive

If nothing is working, try using another flash drive to see if that is working. And if you still having the same issues, that means your sync module unit is bad.

Watch this video to learn how to use local storage USB on the Blink Video Doorbell.

Contact the customer support and tell them about it. Or claim a warranty.

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Troubleshooting Clip Backup and Local Storage Clips

Open the Blink app and tap the Sync module banner to access the settings of the Sync module.

Tap local Storage to see the USB drive status.

If the drive icon is showing a green indicator, that means your sync module recognizes the flash drive and it is working properly.

Here you will see how much storage the flash drive has left.

Frequently Asked Questions [FAQs]

Why is my Blink camera not showing clips?

You have to choose first where you want your clips to be saved. Choose between Could Storage and Local Storage. After signing the storage, you will find that Blink is saving your clips in that storage.

Why is Blink not storing clips on USB?

The Blink system will not detect and store the clips if the Blink Sync module does not detect the USB. Make sure you have a compatible USB for your Sync module.

How do I view clips on Blink USB storage?

You have to safely eject the USB drive from the Blink app. Then insert the USB to a computer or similar device. And from there you can access the clips.

Does Blink save clips?

Your motion clips and Live View sessions are securely stored on Blink’s cloud servers by Blink Subscription Plans. The Blink app allows users to see cloud-based videos. All Blink cameras are eligible for subscriptions, although additional features are only available on more recent Blink cameras.

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