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Guilherme
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Registered: ‎05-31-2011
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Expansion Hard Drive doesn't turn on - keeps blinking light

Hello,

 

I've had a 1TB desktop expansion hard drive for a few months now. Today, when I tried to turn it on, it simply wouldn't start. When I connect it to a power plug, it doesn't start spinnning like it did before. Not even when I plug it into the USB port. The computer doesn't recognize it either. It just keeps blinking the green light.

 

Is there anything I can do (besides taking it to the assistance)? I have my music collection in it, and I haven't got a backup of it because it's huge :smileyfrustrated:

 

Thanks.

Yottabyte
fzabkar
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Registered: ‎01-27-2009
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Re: Expansion Hard Drive doesn't turn on - keeps blinking light

Assuming that your AC adapter is OK, I would remove the drive from its enclosure and connect it directly to your computer's motherboard.

Did you drop the drive? Did you overvolt it with the wrong AC adapter?
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maverick773
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Registered: ‎09-06-2012
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Re: Expansion Hard Drive doesn't turn on - keeps blinking light

Where can a replacement AC adapter be purchased for the drive?

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AskTheLeaf
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Registered: ‎06-13-2011
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Re: Expansion Hard Drive doesn't turn on - keeps blinking light

You can purchase a replacement adapter either locally at an electronics supply store, or online. The specifications for your drive can be found here:

 

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