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The XCOPY tool will skip over errors if you have used that option.
You will get more answers with more information.
You could have said "Files not visible on USB Drive."
Also, you should indicate your OS. If using Windows XP or Vista it makes sense to use the Windows Explorer to n copy files from a folder to an eternal drive.
Are you sure the external drive is working properly?