Introduction

Welcome to our guide on how to test your hard disk drive for problems.

Over time, HDDs may develop issues that can affect the performance and reliability of your box.

It is also recommended to close any open applications and secure your work before initiating the diagnostic process.

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Checking Disk Health with S.M.A.R.T.

Here is how it’s possible for you to check your disk health using S.M.A.R.T.

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Checking your disk health using S.M.A.R.T.

allows you to proactively identify any potential problems and take appropriate actions before they result in catastrophic data loss.

Regular monitoring of the S.M.A.R.T.

attributes can help prolong the life of your hard drive and ensure the safety of your valuable data.

It is crucial to regularly scan your hard drive for bad sectors to identify and address any issues promptly.

wise to perform regular maintenance tasks like defragmenting the drive and freeing up disk space to optimize performance.

From checking for physical damage to running disk diagnostic tools, checking S.M.A.R.T.