Can't eject HDD using time machine

Greetings folks,
I have 2 TB Lacie external HDD that I use for Time machine backups. When I try to eject it, finder says it is still in use, although Time machine is switched off. Also, I added the volume to be excluded from Spotlight, but the message "spotlight will keep on searching backup files" apears when I add the volume to the privacy tab. Any suggestions?

Hello Nexus6generation,
Thank you for the details of the issue you are experiencing with your external hard drive. I recommend these steps when you are unable to eject the disk:
If you can’t eject an external disk
Choose Apple menu > Log Out, and then log in again. Try to eject the disk again.
If you still can’t eject the disk, choose Apple menu > Shut Down. Disconnect the disk from your computer, and then start up your computer again.
OS X Mountain Lion: If you can’t eject a disk
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH10685
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M.

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