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Yeah, it’d basically turn MacBooks into always-online devices. No need to carry a hotspot or rely on public Wi-Fi.
That would be huge for people who travel frequently or work from airports/cafés.
I think Apple might add it in the future, especially with the iPad Pro already supporting 5G.
It would let MacBooks stay connected on the go without relying on a phone. Useful for remote work or traveling.
Nope, no MacBook has 5G built-in right now. You can only get internet via Wi-Fi or tethered iPhone/Hotspot.
An SD card can suddenly become unreadable due to file system corruption, improper ejection, physical damage, or wear from frequent use. Power loss during data writing or using the card in multiple devices may also cause errors. To fix it, try inserting the card into another device or using a card reader. If still unreadable, use disk repair tools like CHKDSK (Windows) or Disk Utility (Mac) to repair errors. You can also recover files using recovery software. If recovery fails, reformat the card (after backing up data if possible). Always eject properly and avoid full memory to prevent corruption.
Hello Vivian,
If your SD card isn’t detected on any device, it may have a file system or hardware failure. Try connecting it through a USB card reader on a PC and check Disk Management or Diskpart to see if it appears. If it’s detected but inaccessible, use recovery tools like Stellar Photo Recovery, PhotoRec, or Recuva before formatting. If it’s not recognized anywhere, the controller or memory chip may be dead, and only a data recovery lab can help.
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If your USB pen drive connects but doesn’t show in File Explorer, first open Disk Management to see if it appears there — it may need a drive letter assigned. Check Device Manager for any “Unknown Device” and reinstall its driver. Try different USB ports or another computer to rule out port issues. If it appears in Diskpart, the drive is detected but possibly corrupted. You may need to repair it.
Plugged in my USB pen drive and suddenly it stopped working – Windows makes the connection sound, but it doesn’t show up in File Explorer. How can I fix this or check if it’s completely dead?
Does anyone know any fixes? I am having the same issue.
My SD card suddenly stopped working – it’s not showing up on my computer or phone. I’ve tried different adapters and devices, but it’s still not detected. Is there any way to recover the data or fix it, or is it completely dead?
LTO tape failures are typically caused by physical damage, environmental conditions, or operational errors. Frequent read/write use can wear the tape, while dropping, bending, or mishandling cartridges can cause damage. Heat, humidity, or dryness can also degrade the media. Tape drive problems, like dirty or misaligned heads, and compatibility or firmware issues may lead to read/write errors. Power interruptions during writing and natural magnetic decay over time can also affect tapes. In most cases, failures are due to these factors rather than the tape itself.
LTO tapes are usually more cost-effective than cloud storage for storing large amounts of data long-term that is accessed infrequently. The upfront cost for tape drives and libraries is higher, but the ongoing per-terabyte cost is lower. Tapes have a long lifespan, require no power while stored, and are protected from online threats. Cloud storage is easier to scale and allows immediate access to data, but monthly fees and retrieval costs can add up. For archival purposes, LTO is generally the cheaper option, while cloud storage is better for data that needs frequent access. Many organizations use both, keeping archives on tape and active data in the cloud.
For LTO tape drives, the choice of software depends on how you plan to use them and the scale of your backups:
1. LTFS (Linear Tape File System)
Treats the tape like a normal filesystem, allowing drag-and-drop of files.
Simple for archiving and sharing tapes between systems.
Not ideal for incremental backups or managing large datasets efficiently.
2. Retrospect
Commercial software with automated backups, scheduling, and cataloging.
Works with multiple drives and tape libraries.
Suitable for businesses that need regular, managed backups.
3. Bareos / Bacula
Open-source software for automated tape rotation, incremental backups, and large libraries.
Supports Linux, Windows, and macOS.
Setup is more complex but works well for IT teams managing many tapes or servers.
4. Other options
IBM Spectrum Protect or Tivoli Storage Manager for enterprise setups with automated policies and retention management.
Veeam Backup & Replication can write to LTO via a tape server.
Simple scripts using tar or rsync with LTFS for Linux/Unix systems.
You have an IBM Power9 S914 server with 64 GB of RAM, an HMC 7063-CR1, and a TS4300 tape library that holds 40 LTO cartridges. This is enterprise hardware intended for running AIX or Linux on POWER9 and managing large-scale tape backups, and it is very different from standard x86 servers like your Dells. Its resale value is roughly $3,000–$8,000 depending on the CPU, RAM, and whether tape drives are included. The most practical way to sell it is through IT resellers, enterprise auctions, or to universities and labs. Keeping it would provide a platform for learning POWER systems and enterprise backup workflows, but for a home lab focused on media or SaaS, selling it and using the proceeds for modern x86 servers is likely more useful.
You have an IBM Power9 S914 server with 64 GB of RAM, an HMC 7063-CR1, and a TS4300 tape library that holds 40 LTO cartridges. This is enterprise hardware intended for running AIX or Linux on POWER9 and managing large-scale tape backups, and it is very different from standard x86 servers like your Dells. Its resale value is roughly $3,000–$8,000 depending on the CPU, RAM, and whether tape drives are included. The most practical way to sell it is through IT resellers, enterprise auctions, or to universities and labs. Keeping it would provide a platform for learning POWER systems and enterprise backup workflows, but for a home lab focused on media or SaaS, selling it and using the proceeds for modern x86 servers is likely more useful.
True, but adding 5G might increase cost, battery drain, and heat. Apple would need to balance performance with connectivity.
Also depends on carrier support and eSIM adoption. Apple might push it only in markets where 5G infrastructure is strong. If done right, it could also unlock new possibilities for cloud gaming, high-speed streaming, and even more robust iCloud syncing without Wi-Fi.
Personally, I’d welcome it. Just hope Apple doesn’t make it a “Pro-only” feature like some other tech.