October 11, 20223 yr I am just starting to get my gear ready for starting an unRAID server. I have read about multiple failings of peoples usb drives and that has me worried. I have seen where some are suggesting to use a usb card reader instead. What are people's opinions on what really works best? I would like to purchase my usb device asap. Thanks.
October 11, 20223 yr 54 minutes ago, ingeborgdot said: I have read about multiple failings of peoples usb drives and that has me worried. True, but on the forums, you only read about people problems, not when it works well. For most people there are no flashdrive problems. But to get back on your question, I have read about people managing to use a card reader. But you would need one with a working GUID as that's what Unraid uses for licencing.
October 11, 20223 yr Author Yeah, you are probably right. Any usb flash drive that you recommend? Thanks for getting back to me.
October 11, 20223 yr Author What about this drive? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C9Q6NM2/?coliid=I2T8MDV986VICR&colid=1KQFQ8GV400GW&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&th=1 Edited October 11, 20223 yr by ingeborgdot
October 11, 20223 yr There is no general recommendation as different people look for different characteristics (size, material, etc). Still you should ideally look for a USB2 flashdrive, from a reliable seller (lots of fakes out there) and while many users have been using Sandisk -me included- it is not recommended after a large number of issues from users and no company feedback. If it was for me I'd still go with the Sandisk Cruzer Blade I am using now (or your selection), but be aware that there are no guaranties. Not a great answer I know.
October 11, 20223 yr Author The one I showed is all metal. Will that not help for cooling purposes if that is what is causing the issues? For a less then $10 item, I'm spending way too much time deciding.
October 11, 20223 yr Author And why the hell did you not give me a great answer. I'm very disappointed in you. And you call yourself a moderator. You should be beating with a feather duster and hung out to dry. Oh, and by the way, thanks for the response. I'm going to try my selection and just hope it works well. Have a great day.
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