I'm a novice. What are steps to be taken if I want to install a new surge protector and I have an iMac with two external hard drives? One is Seagate; other NewerTech. The Seagate is plugged into the NewerTech. Do I really have to eject them and then reinstall? I can't find software for the Seagate.
iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.14
You don't have to reinstall anything, eject them & shut everything dow, unplug them & after replacing the surge protector & Plugging things in, the drives should mount when you start the Mac up/
You don't have to reinstall anything, eject them & shut everything dow, unplug them & after replacing the surge protector & Plugging things in, the drives should mount when you start the Mac up/
I can't find software for the Seagate.
FYI, external hard drives do NOT need any software to function. You simply plug it in when new, erase it and format it for Mac. That is all that is needed.
Thank you, BDAqua. It worked perfectly. I was nervous, but all is well. Thanks.
Thank you "babowa." Thanks to the Apple community of helpful individuals.
Great news, take care my friend, don't hesitate to ask if in doubt. :)
Can I simply unplug iMac and external hard drives when exchanging a surge protecter for a new one?
