Some clarification: I have an external HDD that gets it power from the USB port. Even if I turn of the computer, the HDD won't shut down, because there's power-off charging on that port. This is my only USB3 port, so using an other port is not an option.
Mobil 1 Extended Performance synthetic oil is recommended for oil change intervals up to 15,000 miles or one year, whichever occurs first. However, if your vehicle manufacturer recommends an oil change interval beyond 15,000 miles and Mobil 1 Extended Performance meets the performance level specified, you can be assured that Mobil 1 Extended Performance will go the distance.
Full Answer. Some cars can go as far as 15,000 miles with synthetic oil before needing an oil change. Therefore, car owners must read the specs in the owner's manual to determine how many miles they can drive before changing the oil is necessary.