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Best way to check HDD health?

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I use CrystalDiskInfo

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Hey people,

 

As the title says, whats the best method / program for testing HDD/SSD health?

 

Thank you.

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I use CrystalDiskInfo

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
Also, make sure to quote a post or tag a member when replying or else they won't get a notification that you replied to them.

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1 minute ago, WoodenMarker said:

I use CrystalDiskInfo

 

I use CrystalDiskMark, is it built into that or a seperate download?

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5 minutes ago, LLOYD-AF said:

Hey people,

 

As the title says, whats the best method / program for testing HDD/SSD health?

 

Thank you.

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2 minutes ago, LLOYD-AF said:

I use CrystalDiskMark, is it built into that or a seperate download?

I think it's separate. http://crystalmark.info/software/CrystalDiskInfo/index-e.html

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
Also, make sure to quote a post or tag a member when replying or else they won't get a notification that you replied to them.

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