Possible HDD failure


  1. daikonran
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    Possible HDD failure


    I think my internal HDD might be starting to fail. The machine is still under warranty, and I am backing up all my files just in case, but does anybody have recommendations on what to do in the case that it is failing?
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  3. Tews
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    Return it for replacement/repair...
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  4. not so gray matter
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    Download Ultimate Boot CD and run a HDD diagnositc to see if your assumptions are correct. If it is failing, send it back and get it replaced.
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  6. whs
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    As a quick check I would run CHKDSK /F in elevated cmd. That takes only a few minutes (depending on size).
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  7. daikonran
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    Tews said:
    Return it for replacement/repair...
    Already on that.

    I kind of meant "Besides the obvious getting it replaced, what do you suggest I do to keep my laptop serviceable until I CAN get it replaced?"

    Sorry for my lack of eloquence earlier. I suck at getting my thoughts across in typing.
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