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MacBook Pro crashed without ejecting external HD.
HD is still plugged in after restart but HD icon has disappeared
Should I just detach it then plug it back in?
MacBook Pro 2017
OS Ventura 13.6.9
MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 13.6
Sure.
It's possible the reason for the crash is related to some hardware problem with that HD, but there is no harm in disconnecting a drive that isn't mounted anyway.
John Galt,
Thank you for your reply.
The problem is resolved. Though it took its time doing so, the computer restarted on its own and disk image reappeared. No apparent harm done...other than some nervousness on my part before it worked itself out.
Seems a little like I panicked in calling out for help, that in the end wasn't needed. But thanks anyway!
MacBook Pro crashed without ejecting external HD. Should I just detach it than plug it back in?
