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    Hdd S.m.a.r.t

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by nu_D, Jul 14, 2011.

  1. nu_D

    nu_D Notebook Deity

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    After an issue with my Windows 7 installation I decided to look into the health of my hard drive. I ran SEATOOLS on it and it passes the S.M.A.R.T scan but it fails the extended test due to bad sectors. If I were to run a low-level format would it fix that issue?

    I am surprised it has any errors actually because I've always used HP's hard drive protection software where it parks the heads when the accelerometer senses movement.

    If I were to continue to use it after the low-level format (writing 0s), how long do you think it would last? Thanks.
     
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  2. tilleroftheearth

    tilleroftheearth Wisdom listens quietly...

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    When a HDD starts going flakey, it is time for a new one.

    How long will it last? One year, one week, one month or one second... (you roll the dice and take your chances...).

    A new HDD is ~$50 - small price to pay for a little reassurance (from a known 'bad' drive).

    Good luck.
     
    tilleroftheearth, Jul 14, 2011
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