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[dakegra]

I know I could just google this, but I like talking to you guys about tech stuff.

situation is this: I have an external HD plugged into my new 'puter. When I power up the puter, the HD comes on. For reasons best known to me, the external drive is mounted under the desk.

Is there such a thing as a switched USB cable, so I can effectively disconnect the USB lead to the external drive, without reaching around the back of the 'puter and pulling the plug?

Or a software alternative? Something with button to connect/disconnect a drive?

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[dakegra.livejournal.com]

I would, but this one doesn't have a separate power switch as such, and it's far enough under the desk to make it a pain. It has my music and photos on, so I don't need it on at bootup.