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General discussion

Maxtor Hard Disk

Nov 14, 2006 8:14AM PST

I have a Maxtor External Hard Disk, 200GB.

It will not power up when turned on.

Recommendations?

Discussion is locked

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If under warranty, return it.
Nov 14, 2006 8:21AM PST

If not and you want to try to salvage it, try another drive housing.

Bob

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(NT) and see alternatives in STORAGE FORUM.
Nov 16, 2006 11:58AM PST