How do I eject the media devices or phones that are group under the Portable Devices category since there is no eject options

Question

I notice that media player or Android phones (using MTP mode) that is connect to Windows, they are usually group under the Portable Devices category. Under this category, when you right-click, there is no eject button.

So, how do I eject my devices (e.g. HTC T8788 group under the Portable Devices category as shown in the picture below)?

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Answer 1

Portable devices (like phones and media players) do not need, nor can they be, ejected before removing. That's why you won’t see a "Safely Remove" option in the tray menu. You might find this article useful.

The relevant information from the article is that Windows gives Portable Devices special treatment. They do not have to be ejected / unmounted. If it makes you feel better, though, look at your notifications (if not Android 4.4.2 YMMV). You'll see "USB connected" as "Media sync (MTP)." Tap it and choose "Charge phone." Windows no longer sees your phone as a Portable Device.