> I use this method for transporting data between linux systems. I simply
> unmount all partitions of the hard drive. Then I run hdparm -Y to turn
> the disk off (this usually prevents it from generating interrupts). And
> finally I use ide_unregister function to remove ide driver that manages
> the drives on the cable. I do not have any other device on the same
> cable, so this does not hurt. Then I simply remove the harddrive. Of
> course my disk is in a removable box so that it can be removed easily.
>
> Inserting the drive is a reverse process. I found out that it is good to
> check the result of hdparm -i after inserting the new drive. Sometimes
> it needs to be reinserted.
>
> Before I started to use hdparm -Y the keyboard sometimes froze. However
> now I remove and insert the drive every day in a month without any
> problem. I belive this is the fastest removable drive you can get, and
> since I got 2 boxes for $30, and HD for $100 it may be also the
> cheapest one.
>
> Petr
I do a simmlar thing.. Since I run a SCSI system, I can load and unload
the ide module at will.. :) So I've got a cable hanging out of one of my
boxen and a seperate power supply.. Now, I can clone hdds *real* fast.
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