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Powered On All The Time Recommendations for External Drives


Leave the drive connected to the computer for scheduled backups.

  • It is OK to leave the drive powered on non-stop.

  • Turning on and off a drive a few times a day is normal.

  • The Power On of a drive is harder on the inside parts of the drive than it is for spinning for a long time.

  • Use a surge protector for drive that have a power adapter.

  • The drive can be powered off when not in use.

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  • Place the drive in a well-ventilated area away from other electronics.

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Answer ID 5349
Published 08/20/2018 12:46 AM
Updated 01/05/2024 11:15 AM

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