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    My other External drive

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by wackydude1234, Sep 1, 2008.

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    makes no noises other than the normal spin noise but isn't detected by any computers. not in removeable storage either.
     
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    What type of drive is it?
     
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    Sata i believe, it's external and made by Seagate 5400RPM i believe..
     
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    Check for firmware for you pc on dells web site and see is Seagate has a recovery program that will find the disc for you (like what zen has to find its mp3 players that are not detected).
     
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    ok, i got told by a seagate person it may be due to the board in the enclosure but they cannot be certain buy £30 is a lot to fork out for something that might not even be the issue.
     
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