ISSUE - Adding SSD or HDD on USB2 port

#1

Hi,

I’m trying to add a disk for my OS (database, Zabbix server-agent, Minecraft server and all others applications) to avoid always use MicroSD. NOT FOR BOOTING like Raspbian beta’s (not my goal for now)

I’ve bought external enclosue USB-3 : POSUGEAR USB 3.0 (https://www.amazon.fr/gp/product/B077XVTTJC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

I’ve SSD (older) Kingston ssdNow! V serie 64Gb (+5.0V - 0.9A).
I’ve HDD (older) Seagate Pipeline HD Mini 250Gb +5V - 0.451A).

When I’m plugin enclose with SSD or HDD on USB2 port : disk is visible under Disks or FileSystem or SMART menu’s of OpenMediaVault. Disks are also visible by hdparm (-I or -B). Also visible un /dev/sd*. It’s fine.

After,in FileSystem menu, if I’m selecting MOUNT and validate all parameters, system still running but
after 20 seconds : disks no longer visible detected (hdparm or /dev/ or OMV). Only way to retrieve is to unplug/plug disk from USB ports.

I’ve tried to plug USB key : no issue. :+1:

Anyone have idea :question: I’m in doubt but look like issue with power (but 'm not electronic/electrical expert).

@setq you’re feedback ?

Regards.

#2

I looked into running an external HDD on my RPI. The general consensus I found is that the RPI cannot supply enough power to run a HDD over USB.

I’d recommend getting an external enclosure that has an external power source. This isolates the USB for I/O only.

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#3

It sounds like a current issue to me. What else do you have connected on your 5v? If you’re already running 4 drives + Fans with the SATA HAT then adding the additional external drive is probably putting you over the edge. An enclosure with external power source should solve the issue.

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#4

Yes SATA HAT + 4x2.5hdd i’m thinking also ti’s power issue :slight_smile: I will bought another enclosure (mandatory for next Raspbian OS SSD/HDD boot.