March 7, 20242 yr My though was... I've got a Samsung 256gb usbc thumb drive. Was going to utilize for plex appdata. Mount via unassigned Devices and let it rip. Are there any concerns doing it this way? Stability issues or anything? Or should it work similar to a Sata SSD? Thx!
March 7, 20242 yr Solution 4 hours ago, snuffomega said: Are there any concerns doing it this way? Stability issues or anything? Depends on the USB implementation of both the motherboard and the drive. Some seem to be stable, others flake out and disconnect on a whim. No way I know of to tell the difference without trying it. It's not recommended simply because it's unstable more often than not, and there are other issues with USB in the array itself, which you aren't doing, so if it works for you in this specific instance, great. I wouldn't expect a whole lot of speed though.
March 7, 20242 yr Author 29 minutes ago, JonathanM said: Depends on the USB implementation of both the motherboard and the drive. Some seem to be stable, others flake out and disconnect on a whim. No way I know of to tell the difference without trying it. It's not recommended simply because it's unstable more often than not, and there are other issues with USB in the array itself, which you aren't doing, so if it works for you in this specific instance, great. I wouldn't expect a whole lot of speed though. Okay thanks. It was a thought... but seems I'll just find a different use for the drive, lol.
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