A failing hard drive can result in lost data, decreased performance, and even complete system failure.
Doing so lets you detect any issues early on and take steps to prevent data loss and other issues.
If there are errors on it, you should have your hard drive health checked.
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If errors are found, youll be given the option to repair them.
Its important to note that the built-in Windows utility can only detect basic errors on the hard drive.
stands for Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology.
The purpose of the S.M.A.R.T.
system is to monitor and report various parameters of the hard drives performance and health.
system continuously monitors the hard drives internal sensors, including temperature, head flying height, and spin-up time.
system and is connected to your Mac.
These instructions should work with any version of the Mac or MacBook.
status shows an error, you should install a third-party program to test your hard drive further.
What third-party apps can you use to check hard drive health?
Still, they may also require more technical knowledge to interpret the results.
Its always a good idea to back up important data before running diagnostic tests on your hard drive.
it’s possible for you to stash your data using a cloud-based backup service or an external hard drive.
Stop using the hard drive immediately and avoid writing any new data.
Depending on the results, you may be able to repair the hard drive or replace it.
If not, youll need to replace the hard drive yourself.
double-check to choose a high-quality replacement and follow the manufacturers instructions for installation.
Thats why its essential to back up your data regularly and be prepared for possible hardware failure.
