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Can I still use my HDD even if the casing is open?

Caveman0407
By Caveman0407
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is it the actual hdd that cracked open? or an external casing that cracked open? either way, not ideal, but if the metal hdd opened up, i would consider replacing it, and back up any important files from it.

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Hello. I was about to back up a few folders to a hard drive but, the one I use has a gap in the casing. Presumably due to a drop or something. I was concerned about using it. It isn't a helium drive or anything fancy. I snapped the case back together and I am still concerened. So can I still use the hard drive or should I be more concered about the drive platter shattering?

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is it the actual hdd that cracked open? or an external casing that cracked open? either way, not ideal, but if the metal hdd opened up, i would consider replacing it, and back up any important files from it.

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