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Retrieve data--external USB HD won't boot

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662 views 6 replies 3 participants last post by  Fireflycph 
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I gave up on BSOD and took hard drive out, installed in enclosure and USB connected to new computer. Computer doesn't recognize hard drive. What can I do to retrieve the data on my old hard drive?
Thanks!
 
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What I meant was, is there a spare SATA port in the (I'm assuming) new desktop computer? You can connect it as a second internal drive.
 
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Yes. It does not even have to be mounted, as long as the cable have sufficient length.
 
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I think Mark alluded to the fact that any 3.5" drives need a separate power connector into the enclosure. There simply isn't enough power coming from USB only to power it up.

It's a simple procedure to install it in a desktop as a second drive. If you can remove a drive you can certainly install one. You'll need the SATA cable and an extra power connector. (Most power supplies have spares)
 
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