I'm having issues trying to mount my external HDD on Linux. No matter which device I use, I keep getting an error that says, "unknown problem while mounting dev/sdc1." I've already tested the HDD in a different SATA case (a Toshiba one), and it works fine. The real issue seems to lie with the Chinese-brand SATA case I'm using. I even tried putting the working HDD into that case, but it still won't mount. I'm really worried because I have a lot of important files stored on that drive!
2 Answers
It sounds like the issue is likely with that Chinese SATA case. If you've confirmed the HDD itself works in other enclosures, switching to a different case might be your best bet. It’s a bummer, but these cheap cases often have compatibility issues with Linux due to weird firmware or drivers. It might be worth convincing your friend to look for a cheaper alternative or borrow a case for the time being.
I get your concern about those important files! Have you thought about backing them up first? It could be just a matter of that enclosure being incompatible with Linux. If it works on Windows, maybe you could use a different PC to transfer your files to a reliable case.
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