Acton Wang
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hard disk error
hi, guys,
I have a Dell sx270. Recently it seems that the hard disk has some problems. Everytime I start the pc, it shows me:
WARNING: Dell's Disk Monitoring System has deteccted that the mater drive on the primary IDE controller is operating outised of normal specifications. It is advisable to immediately back up your data and replace your hard-disk drive by calling your supoort desk or Dell Computer Corporation.
Strik the F1 key to conintue. F2 to run the setup utility.
I usually hit F1 and pc still can be started but sometimes it will turn down by itself for no reason.
Do I need to replace the harddisk or some software problem?
Thanks
Acton
I have a Dell sx270. Recently it seems that the hard disk has some problems. Everytime I start the pc, it shows me:
WARNING: Dell's Disk Monitoring System has deteccted that the mater drive on the primary IDE controller is operating outised of normal specifications. It is advisable to immediately back up your data and replace your hard-disk drive by calling your supoort desk or Dell Computer Corporation.
Strik the F1 key to conintue. F2 to run the setup utility.
I usually hit F1 and pc still can be started but sometimes it will turn down by itself for no reason.
Do I need to replace the harddisk or some software problem?
Thanks
Acton
Get the UltimateBootCD and run the disk manufacturer's diagnostic tool on it. If it says there is a problem, you should replace it.
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>>UltimateBootCD
what is this? where can I get this?
what is this? where can I get this?
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>> due to a bad sector
can I just disable the sector and continue to use it.
can I just disable the sector and continue to use it.
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... if you're not familiar with the S.M.A.R.T. technology used on modern drives you might want to read the following (it's actually written by a company that sells a SMART-monitoring tool; but it's a good writeup on the technology. Your Dell already monitors the SMART data -- that's why you're getting the warning): http://www.ariolic.com/activesmart/smart-technology.html
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WO. a lot of good information.
I will defintely try and I so appreciate your guys' advice. Maybe I just need to replace it spending a few bucks out of my pockets.
I will defintely try and I so appreciate your guys' advice. Maybe I just need to replace it spending a few bucks out of my pockets.
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replace while you still can