External HD not recognized after incorrect ejection.
I recently unplugged my external HD from power while it was plugged in to my MacBook, though my MacBook was closed. When I opened my MacBook, I was informed that the drive was incorrectly ejected. Now, my computer refuses to recognize the drive. I have plugged it in to both of my USB ports and tried restarting my computer. Help please!
Not sure how this question relates to an AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme or Time Capsule, but try the following basic troubleshooting steps:
Power off the entire network....all devices....in any order you want
Wait a few minutes
Start the modem first and let it run a full minute by itself
Start the router next the same way
Start the Mac next the same way
Start the hard drive next the same way
Start other devices one at a time the same way
See if the Mac can see the hard drive
If no help, contact support at the drive manufacturer for additional assistance.
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