Discussion for Good Harddisk, Harddisk Discussion
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 Apr 16 2006, 03:32 AM
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QUOTE(strikefreedom @ Apr 16 2006, 02:16 AM) I had buy 60 GB Maxtor and already use 4 years...but doesn't have any problem yet... good batch mayb mine from SG...since 2k3...still kicking, jz temp is abit hi...around 50 when in heavy usage  |
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Apr 16 2006, 08:47 AM
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Hi all,
Want to ask, is there any good software to scan the HDD for bad sector, physical scan or whatever scan to check if there's any prob with HDD? Some files on my HDD suddenly become corrupted...want to make sure if the HDD is ok  |
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Apr 16 2006, 06:53 PM
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the software from the manufacturer's site?
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Apr 17 2006, 12:22 AM
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i got a western d cavaliar se 120gb 7200rpm and 8mb cache, but died in 8 months
my maxtor(4got wud model edi) 40gb, used 4 yrs, no problem at all....... now, planning to warranty tat western d n buy another seagate barracuda..... |
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Apr 17 2006, 09:47 AM
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yayaya.. seagate rocks... i got a 120gb seagate used for two years liao.. from fitness drop from 100% to 42% but performance maintained at 100% (source from speedfan)... due to whole year non stop excessive default hd for bt.. hehe..
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Apr 17 2006, 09:52 AM
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QUOTE(youngkies @ Apr 17 2006, 09:47 AM) yayaya.. seagate rocks... i got a 120gb seagate used for two years liao.. from fitness drop from 100% to 42% but performance maintained at 100% (source from speedfan)... due to whole year non stop excessive default hd for bt.. hehe.. that's alotmy 3 yrs old fireball still in 95% region 4 both indicators heavy dl-ing oso  |
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Apr 17 2006, 09:57 AM
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QUOTE(Hiwatari @ Apr 17 2006, 10:52 AM) that's alot heheh.. but mine weird.. one year ago at 42, now also 42% not changing anymore... probably not fully use of it as last year la.. and although it indicates 42% only.. i dont really feel the difference as it was in 100% lo.. hehe...my 3 yrs old fireball still in 95% region 4 both indicators heavy dl-ing oso |
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Apr 17 2006, 10:27 AM
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QUOTE(youngkies @ Apr 17 2006, 09:57 AM) heheh.. but mine weird.. one year ago at 42, now also 42% not changing anymore... probably not fully use of it as last year la.. and although it indicates 42% only.. i dont really feel the difference as it was in 100% lo.. hehe... seagate's SMART fitness readings are different from other HDD manufacturersthats why you will see the fitness reading far lower compare to other brand of HDDs i have two seagates, one maxtor, one samsung and another WD connected together and i found out the seagates' fitnesse is the lowest among all even on my friend's comp also the same thing |
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Apr 17 2006, 10:42 AM
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well I don't see a point reading the SMART unless your hdd starts to give problem
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Apr 17 2006, 10:46 AM
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QUOTE(Renovatio @ Apr 17 2006, 10:42 AM) well I don't see a point reading the SMART unless your hdd starts to give problem once ur hdd started giving prob, it might b a lil 2 late liao just a safety precautious so that no need 2 commit suicide when hdd die...  |
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Apr 17 2006, 11:00 AM
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is Raptor dropping price? how much is the raptor currently? where to get those? i saw the price, there is so much different between shops.
thanks mitodna |
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Apr 17 2006, 11:02 AM
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QUOTE(mitodna @ Apr 17 2006, 11:00 AM) is Raptor dropping price? how much is the raptor currently? where to get those? i saw the price, there is so much different between shops. erm.. if you really want, just choose the cheapest offered price you can find. After all, different prices already help you to decide hahathanks mitodna |
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Apr 17 2006, 11:36 AM
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QUOTE(Darkmage12 @ Apr 16 2006, 06:53 PM) the software from the manufacturer's site? Thanks for pointing that out.... i found one from Maxtor for my HDD  QUOTE(youngkies @ Apr 17 2006, 09:47 AM) yayaya.. seagate rocks... i got a 120gb seagate used for two years liao.. from fitness drop from 100% to 42% but performance maintained at 100% (source from speedfan)... due to whole year non stop excessive default hd for bt.. hehe.. About this speedfan software, well, i try try to dl it after seeing ur post there, lol.BTW, under SMART, i run a in depth online analyst, and i get this QUOTE NOTE : your hard disk Power Cycle Count attribute current value (245) is below the normal range (247 - 253) reported for your specific hard disk model. Basically your hard disk was power cycled more times than the maximum number the average hard disk was. Power cycles put some stress on the hard disk mechanic. Sometimes power cycles can be caused by a loose hard disk power connector. Make sure it is properly fastened. The overall fitness for this drive is 90%. The overall performance for this drive is 90%. Indeed the power cycle is lower that the range.... anyway to fix this? or izzit important.... it says there it will put mechanic stress on the HDD |
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Apr 18 2006, 02:39 AM
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Dear All
I'm looking for a device which can lock up a harddrive so that no copying file is allowed. Anyone can recommend me what device to use? or probably software which can do the same thing. Your help would be appreciated. |
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Apr 18 2006, 03:12 AM
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how do we know the motherboard can support SATA or SATA II?
btw, what's a PATA? same as IDE? This post has been edited by SpikeTwo: Apr 18 2006, 03:20 AM |
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Apr 18 2006, 11:33 AM
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it should be stated on your board if it supports sata or not... most boards now support it while some are going on to sata 2
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Apr 18 2006, 07:43 PM
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QUOTE(Hornet @ Apr 16 2006, 08:47 AM) Hi all, just use ms scan disk is enough.Want to ask, is there any good software to scan the HDD for bad sector, physical scan or whatever scan to check if there's any prob with HDD? Some files on my HDD suddenly become corrupted...want to make sure if the HDD is ok |
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Apr 18 2006, 08:12 PM
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btw,does using a Raptor makes a noticeable difference compared to normal hdds??what's the price currently for the 76Gb version?
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Apr 19 2006, 03:15 PM
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QUOTE(ntc3freak @ Apr 18 2006, 08:12 PM) btw,does using a Raptor makes a noticeable difference compared to normal hdds??what's the price currently for the 76Gb version? u sure 80gb is enough for u? |
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Apr 19 2006, 07:13 PM
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QUOTE(super macgyver @ Apr 19 2006, 03:15 PM) u sure 80gb is enough for u? ya la why not.even my current 80 gb hdd not even reached 60 gb yet |
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