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    Corrupted HDD

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by CrOwN., Nov 17, 2008.

  1. CrOwN.

    CrOwN. Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have Dual Boot Vista And XP
    Vista works great but sometimes in XP i see a error and Laptop restart
    Vista Is insalled in C: and XP in E:, D: is for files
    how can i find and not use that part of HDD which is corrupted
    I want to split Corrupted Part in F: and not use it
    Is this possible?
     
    CrOwN., Nov 17, 2008
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    gengerald Technofile Extraordinaire

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    When you say corrupted, what exactly do you mean? Can you describe the error information? If its file corruption, then a quick check disk would solve the problem. If it cannot be fixed, then the very best plan of action is to buy a new drive. Partitioning it out is not the best idea and many high density drives are at sub $100 drives. Post back with more info.
     
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    CrOwN. Notebook Enthusiast

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    My Brother jumped HDD on floor and a part of HDD its damaged
    i see a error but cant find what it is because laptop always restart
     
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    gengerald Technofile Extraordinaire

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    Ok, start out trying this Knoppix Live CD: http://www.knopper.net/knoppix/index-en.html. First recover your information asap. I think getting a new hd will be the best idea, as physical damage will always pose an issue.
     
    gengerald, Nov 17, 2008
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