Forum :: Lounge :: Internal HD error

Hello, this is more of a hardware issue. I guess this is the correct section.

I'm wondering if anyone ever had this error; and how they dealt with it:

Both my computers are fucked :(. Do I have to by a new HD? If you've had this error before please tell me more about it. I don't want to buy a new hard drive if possible. I've tried reformatting etc. I'm using a lap-top atm.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_DFVzxsEUc

Id say start the backup process, then get your computer checked out by a hardware expert :P

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Andrewbob - I would be on the fucking copter of rofls

Programmer, Web Developer, and Graphics Designer

I've got what I need backed up. Is this a real serious problem? Has anyone ever experienced this?

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_DFVzxsEUc

Post the details. It looks like a critical error tho.

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Andrewbob - I would be on the fucking copter of rofls

Programmer, Web Developer, and Graphics Designer

The details just say what drive is and that is reporting failure.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_DFVzxsEUc

You can always restore it back to the point where it was working fine.

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I deleted the entire hard drive. Restoration is not going to help.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_DFVzxsEUc

Go to this website to see if your Disk is beyond auto-repair:

http://www.hdtune.com/index.html

If it says that your Disk is working fine then it could be other problems such as trojans/viruses/etc making it appear that its broken.

I suggest you just backup your files ASAP even after checking the website above.

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Former multi-server mapper.

I appreciate all of your help!

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_DFVzxsEUc

It means your Hard Drive's SMART status (Self Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology) is showing signs of a pending hard disk drive failure. Back up your data immediately if you haven't already done so and change the hard drive with a new one.

The issue is at the mechanical or electronic level. Restore points, reinstalls or reformats will not help to repair it. Replacement is the only option.

Thankfully, although it is a hassle, replacement hard drives for desktops or laptops are becoming extremely cheap these days. A good Western Digital or Seagate can only set you back around $40 for 500GB of storage. I'd steer clear of Hitachi drives, but it's your call.

Source: I'm a Hardware Technician.

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5.5 Years Former Site Administrator / Moderation Team / Member (Retired)

I guess all I can do then is get a new HD. Thanks sblord :)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_DFVzxsEUc