Seagate FreeAgent eSata hangs in large file copy

[grpprod]

Hi all,
I have an external Seagate FreeAgent 750GB HDD, and trying to use it via the eSata interface. The problem I am facing is that, it hangs when trying to copy a large (>3GB) file TO it from my main disk.

It will seriously hang, the computer becomes unresponsive (the mouse works, but can't start any program at all, not even an explorer window).

In smaller files (650MB) there is no problem. Also, there is no problem when using the USB interface (although I haven't tested it thoroughly).

The motherboard used is an Asus P5K Deluxe. I have experienced this problem in Windows XP AND Windows Vista, 32 and 64-bit versions.

Any help?

 

[NightlySputnik]

I do have the same external HDD. I'm presently use it with the USB interface but I'm awaiting to get my eSata cable to use it with it. I'll try to let you know if it does the same thing for me then.