How to Mount and Unmount Storage Devices from the …

In Linux, you can mount and unmount storage devices from the command line using the mount and umount commands. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Identify the Storage Device: Before mounting a storage device, you need to identify its device name or partition. You can use the lsblk command to list all connected storage devices and their partitions. For example:
   lsblk

2. Create a Mount Point: A mount point is an empty directory on your Linux system where you will attach the storage device. Choose or create a directory where you want to mount the device. For example, to create a mount point called “usb” in the /mnt directory, use the following command:
   sudo mkdir /mnt/usb

3. Mount the Storage Device: To mount the storage device, use the mount command followed by the device name and the mount point. Use sudo to run the command with administrative privileges. For example, if the device name is /dev/sdb1, and you want to mount it to the previously created “usb” mount point, use:
   sudo mount /dev/sdb1 /mnt/usb

4. Access the Mounted Storage Device: Once the device is mounted, you can access its contents using the mount point you specified. In this case, you can access the contents of the storage device at /mnt/usb.
5. Unmount the Storage Device: Before disconnecting the storage device, you must unmount it to ensure all data is written and the filesystem is properly synced. To unmount the device, use the umount command followed by the mount point. For example:
   sudo umount /mnt/usb

6. Safely Remove the Storage Device: After unmounting the device, it is safe to physically remove it from your computer.

Please exercise caution when mounting and unmounting storage devices, especially if they contain important data. Make sure to unmount the device before disconnecting it to avoid potential data loss or corruption.

Note that the specific device names and mount points in the examples above may vary depending on your system configuration. Always double-check the device name and mount point before running the mount and umount commands.