If I were you, I'd do two things (in addition to getting the data off, like you're doing).
Aemon Send a noteboard - 05/11/2009 03:28:58 AM
1) Run diagnostic software. Modern hard drives have a lot of sensors in them that are fairly good at catching problems, and all the major manufacturers offer specialized, easy to use software that takes advantage of them. Western Digital has one called Data Lifeguard Diagnostics, or something like that, and I believe that it'll work with any manufacturers drive. Still, it'd be best to do some googling and find the specific one for your brand. Anyway, run the tests, and consider replacing the drive if any (any) errors show up.
2) Set up automated incremental backups to your MyBook, or another available drive. You don't need to buy a new drive as long as you're not in danger of losing critical data. Incremental backups are fast, as long as you don't download gigs of media all the time to archived folders, and will bring your data loss risk down to almost zero. As long as you protect yourself carefully, you can keep your drive till it runs itself into the ground.
2) Set up automated incremental backups to your MyBook, or another available drive. You don't need to buy a new drive as long as you're not in danger of losing critical data. Incremental backups are fast, as long as you don't download gigs of media all the time to archived folders, and will bring your data loss risk down to almost zero. As long as you protect yourself carefully, you can keep your drive till it runs itself into the ground.
Not really about gaming at all, but hey what can you do?
- 04/11/2009 11:44:54 PM
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If I were you, I'd do two things (in addition to getting the data off, like you're doing).
- 05/11/2009 03:28:58 AM
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