>> https://storedbits.com says a 7200 RPM hard drive would normally consume >> 20-25W for 5-10 seconds during startup. It will then idle at around >> 6-8 watts. The average power consumption during read/write tasks >> will be around 8-12 watts, and the maximum can go up to 16 watts. >> >> I would be surprised if the transformer for the enclosure >> did not deliver sufficient power for the type of >> drive that the enclosure is intended to enclose.
* Hans <hans.ullr...@loop.de> [24-10/05=Sat 09:20 +0200]: > For a 3,5" HDD you need a USB case with extra power. The > standard USB power is not enough for this needed power. > > Most USB ports deliver about 50-70mA at 5V, so you > must use a case with an external power supply. > > This is also needed for eSATA ports. This case does have an external power supply. However, I think there *was* a problem related to inadequate power, and I just posted a reply to my original post detailing how I think I have solved the problem. Thank you for all of your help.
