Re: disappearing esata disk
On July 2, 2008 04:22:01 am k.hoppel@att.net wrote:
> Apology in advance for this probably not being a 64-bit specific problem:
> I am trying to attach a SATA disk using an external e-sata port
> (ASUS crosshair motherboard). The disk works for a while after
> booting, and I can mount and use the disk. However, after a period
> of time, ~10 minutes, the disk just disappears and cannot be accessed.
> The disk drive feels like it is still spinning (external housing vibrates).
> If I cycle the power or plug it into a different port, the disk is not
> recognized - I have to reboot again to use the disk, until it disappears
> again.
>
> Any ideas what the problem may be?
>
> Thanks.
Have you tried using sdparm? Say: sdparm -ivv /dev/sda
Chris W.
Reply to: