If your external hard drive keeps disconnecting randomly from your Mac, it can be frustrating and disruptive. There are a few things you can try to fix the problem, and in this blog post, we’ll walk you through the most common causes and how to fix them.
Check the USB cable
The first thing you should do is check the USB cable. Make sure that it is properly plugged into both the external hard drive and your Mac. If the cable is damaged, it could be causing the disconnections.
Try a different USB port
Sometimes, a particular USB port on your Mac may be faulty. Try connecting the external hard drive to a different port and see if that fixes the problem.
Disable USB power saving
By default, your Mac will put external hard drives to sleep when they are not in use. This can help to save power, but it can also cause the external hard drive to disconnect randomly. To disable USB power saving, go to System Preferences > Energy Saver and uncheck the box next to Put hard disks to sleep when possible.
Update your Mac’s software
Apple regularly releases software updates that fix bugs and improve performance. If you are using an older version of macOS, updating to the latest version may fix the problem with your external hard drive.
Format the external hard drive
If all else fails, you can try formatting the external hard drive. This will erase all of the data on the drive, but it may also fix the problem with the disconnections.
Additional tips
Here are some additional tips to help prevent your external hard drive from disconnecting randomly from your Mac:
- Don’t overload the drive. If you are using the external hard drive to store a lot of data, it can put a strain on the drive and can lead to disconnections. Try to keep the amount of data on the drive to a minimum.
- Don’t use the drive while it is plugged in. If you are using the external hard drive to transfer files, don’t unplug it while the transfer is in progress. This can damage the drive and can also cause it to disconnect.
- Be careful with the cable. Don’t bend or twist the USB cable too much. This can damage the cable and can also cause the external hard drive to disconnect.
Conclusion
We hope this blog post has helped you fix your external hard drive that keeps disconnecting randomly from your Mac. If you have any other questions, please feel free to leave a comment below.
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