I have a relatively new WD 500 GB external HDD which had been functioning for the first 3 months. I'm using it for back up to my MacBook PRO. At the moment I have 250 GB stored on it.

Currently, the HDD is NOT showing any signs of "life" when I plug it in and push the on button. I've tried multiple outlets, reconnecting all cables and still nothing.

Relevant history: We live in the DR and have frequent power surges, however they SOMETIMES will even "pop" the really GOOD ones we have. I had one episode with the HDD plugged in when this happened. My Mac gave a msg saying that the device had been removed (no damage to the Mac plugged into the same protector.) After this, I successfully used the HDD two more times. Now, a week later, I can't seem to get any response.

Is it possible that the power adapter for the HDD is fried? Hopefully that is it and not the HDD>

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
paz y salud,
Chris
You can check the power adapter with an electrical meter. Do you have ACCESS to one or know an electrician?Given where we are currently living (not in a big city in the Dominican Republic) I don't have all my US tools, nor do I trust the local electricians or "computer experts." I will try to find another Foreign National with some tools.

Thanks and any other suggestions are welcome!Like Mektek said, try to get your hands on a multimeter. This will allow you to test the adapter and make sure it's still functioning properly. It's the most logical first step. Allowing an electrician or computer tech who has a multimeter to just test it for you is of little to no risk and minimal expense (if any).Thanks...I will find someone with a multimeter. When I find out if that is the issue, I'll post back.