Jump to content

Harddrive Clicking

ZeusXI
By ZeusXI
in Storage Devices
 Share
Posted

About a year ago, i bought a Seagate 1TB SSHD. First time I used it, it gave me no error when it died about 6 months of use. I sent it back, and got a replacement for it. A 1TB SSHD since thats all they would send back. Now, about 6 months later, its still working, yet i've noticed it has a loud click every so often. Like I can hear it in my laptop slightly clicking when im copying data from and external, but when im not copying and just typing a word doc, browsing the web, playing a game, it makes a rather loud CLICK. It does that for a little bit and then stops for awhile, and then it starts back up again. Is this drive broken? or failing?

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
  • Author
Just now, zMeul said:

it's most likely the heads parking and motor stopping based on the HDD power settings

But it click for a little bit loudly, and then it stops. I dont even need to be doing anything, or could be doing something, and it randomly clicks loudly

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7443930
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

Its probably the seek head failing, and you notice it most when the disc is doing a lot of read/write operations. I would look at replaceing it asap.

END OF LINE

-- Project Deep Freeze Build Log --

Quote me so that I always know when you reply, feel free to snip if the quote is long. May your FPS be high and your temperatures low.

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7443950
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
7 minutes ago, ZeusXI said:

But it click for a little bit loudly, and then it stops. I dont even need to be doing anything, or could be doing something, and it randomly clicks loudly

the random clicks could just be the read head moving onto the platter then resting again. 

 

If it does happen do be a drive failure again then get a whole new drive. Maybe try Western Digital drives. 

Our Grace. The Feathered One. He shows us the way. His bob is majestic and shows us the path. Follow unto his guidance and His example. He knows the one true path. Our Saviour. Our Grace. Our Father Birb has taught us with His humble heart and gentle wing the way of the bob. Let us show Him our reverence and follow in His example. The True Path of the Feathered One. ~ Dimboble-dubabob III

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7443971
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
16 hours ago, ZeusXI said:

~snip~

Hey there,

I would recommend using the manufacturer's diagnostic tool and see if the drive passes the tests. If it does it should be rendered safe to use. Have in mind that if your system is rather quiet you may head the read/write head hover and park once in a while. 
You can also check the raw values of the S.M.A.R.T. status and see if the can show you some useful info. Feel free to post them here if you are not sure how to read them.

Captain_WD.

If this helped you, like and choose it as best answer - you might help someone else with the same issue. ^_^
WDC Representative, http://www.wdc.com/ 

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7447755
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

Hello I've recently upgraded my PC and moved my WD green 2Tb from my old rig to my new one and it started to make a Geiger Counter noise especially on higher loads, It literally only started doing this after the upgrade. Any suggestions on what it could be?

 

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7450397
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
11 hours ago, Patrykpo said:

~snip~

Hey there Patrykpo :) Welcome to the community! 

I'd first check if the drive is mounted properly and well in the drive cage. It may be resonating with the case on higher loads due to loose screws or loose cables. 

I'd also backup everything important as such noises might be an indication that the drive is failing. Then it's a good idea to download and run WD Data Lifeguard Diagnostic tool and see if the drive passes the quick and the extended tests. This should rule the drive as safe or not. 
I'd also try the drive with anothe SATA port, cable or on a whole different computer and see if the sounds persist. 

Post back with some feedback :)

Captain_WD.

If this helped you, like and choose it as best answer - you might help someone else with the same issue. ^_^
WDC Representative, http://www.wdc.com/ 

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7452820
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

Okay so while doing the test I've encountered a interesting phenomenon... for some reason my Corsair CX500M started to sound like a dying hand drill ... I've had this on my previous CX500 but on both a slightly savage beating seems to fix it... this is probably unrelated ... any ideas?   

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7456550
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
On 18.03.2016 г. at 1:31 AM, Patrykpo said:

~snip~

If physical influence seems to help it may be some hardware issue within the PSU itself. I'd take it to a technician and see if anything needs to be changed inside such as a capacitor or if there's a loose cable or something else wrong with the motor of the fan. 

 

It may be connected to the drive if the PSU is not providing adequate or stable power to the drive. I'd test the system with another PSU and see if there are any changes. :)

 

Captain_WD.

If this helped you, like and choose it as best answer - you might help someone else with the same issue. ^_^
WDC Representative, http://www.wdc.com/ 

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7469940
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
17 hours ago, Patrykpo said:

~snip~

I'm glad to hear that! I'd still run the diagnostic tools to make sure the drive is completely safe to store your data! 

Captain_WD.

If this helped you, like and choose it as best answer - you might help someone else with the same issue. ^_^
WDC Representative, http://www.wdc.com/ 

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/566602-harddrive-clicking/#findComment-7490181
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing Storage Devices

×