On Mon, 21 Oct 2019, Ben Koenig wrote:
The device node (sdc or sdd) only changes when devices are removed and attached by the kernel. Intermittent connections caused by a failing cable, port, or host controller can result in the some really weird stuff happening. If I was physically present for this troubleshooting, I would run through the following steps, VERY SLOWLY:
Ben et al.: Over the past 20+ years I've used at least a dozen external drive cases and enclosures without the issues this current one exhibits. Currently have 2 3.5" enclosures (including the old 500G desktop backup) and 3 2.5" cases. So, I ordered a replacement which will be delivered tomorrow. When I swap the drive and test the new enclosure I'll report results. In the meantime we can all get back to our regular weekday activities. :-) Best regards, Rich _______________________________________________ PLUG mailing list PLUG@pdxlinux.org http://lists.pdxlinux.org/mailman/listinfo/plug
