On 05/14/16 05:33, François Patte wrote: > The problem is the same with all kernels: as soon as a hdd is plugged in > an usb port, the rate slows down and even the wifi connection stops. So > it is not a kernel modules problem. Is it possible to power the HDD via an external source rather than the USB port? Some enclosures allow for that. It could be a power issue. Or, does the laptop have USB ports in different locations? Some, like my Acer, have USB ports on both sides or on one side and the back. -- You're Welcome Zachary Quinto -- users mailing list users@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx To unsubscribe or change subscription options: http://lists.fedoraproject.org/admin/lists/users@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Fedora Code of Conduct: http://fedoraproject.org/code-of-conduct Guidelines: http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Mailing_list_guidelines Have a question? Ask away: http://ask.fedoraproject.org