[SOLVED] Can this cause any damage to a WD Elements External Hard drive ?

Dec 25, 2021
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sometime after i Eject the drive from the Tray Icon in Windows 10 and then Unplug the USB cable
the drive moves a bit
this sometimes happens with my WD Elements and WD my Passport
Can this Cause any damage ? because i think the drive is still spin even when i right click and eject but not sure
 
Solution
The most assured way to damage a hard drive is to shock it hard enough (i.e. dropping it from a distance) which will likely knock the platters out of alignment. A simple movement while unplugging will NOT provide enough shock to damage the platters.
The most assured way to damage a hard drive is to shock it hard enough (i.e. dropping it from a distance) which will likely knock the platters out of alignment. A simple movement while unplugging will NOT provide enough shock to damage the platters.
 
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