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richpb7
Nov 08, 2011Aspirant
ATA Error Count - what's bad?
I have an ATA Error Count on one drive of 57558. This goes up very slowly, maybe 5 or so counts a month right now - although the odd powercut isn't helping! I have no idea what's a bad count though, a...
ReadySECURE
Nov 08, 2011Apprentice
Hello,
I recommend replacing the drive. Netgear replaces drives with a lot less ATA errors than you are seeing. I would also make sure you have a current backup as well just in case any further failures occur.
I recommend replacing the drive. Netgear replaces drives with a lot less ATA errors than you are seeing. I would also make sure you have a current backup as well just in case any further failures occur.
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