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11-23-2009, 05:36 AM
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external hard disc question
is it better for fcp to erase external hard discs even when new?
Havent used one in ages but can u now just take it out of the box and use it? Thanks in advance |
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11-23-2009, 05:56 AM
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Yes, you can use a new drive right away. Make sure it's formatted HFS+ (or MAC OS Extended), although you may also work even on PC compatible drive.
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11-23-2009, 08:55 AM
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And make certain it's not "Journaled." Just HFS Extended format.
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11-23-2009, 04:05 PM
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System drives should be Journaled, non-system drives used as media drives should not be Journaled. I'd format a new drive anyway. BTW, you'll have problems eventually if you try to edit on a Windows formatted drive in FCP. Just format the thing with Disk Utility, only takes 30 seconds, be safe.
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11-25-2009, 02:55 AM
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thank you all
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