Can't eject external HD running OS X server 10.3

Can't eject external HD, which has previously been mounted and disconnected.
No apps running no windows open.....
Have checked what processes are running but not sure what I am looking for that may be causing the problem ??

Hi freybergham-
Which model hard drive? Do you have more than one?
What happens when you try to eject it? Have you tried dragging it to the trash?
Luck-
-DaddyPaycheck

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