I don't like to rely on a DELL utility. Best option is to visit the HD manufacturer's website to download the latest utility to test the fitness of the HD. They built the HD, not DELL!
Maybe try contacting your HD manufacturer to see if they have any updates for your drive. My idea is that a manufacturer will release specs saying the HD should run at this temp, spin up at this speed, etc which is part of the SMART monitoring. But then in reality their initial estimates of these values might get changed over time and they SHOULD release new monitoring software.
Used to until I posted a link about the bundled NAV 2004 software on HP PCs. The following week, there was a report about HP and Symantec/Norton in a 2 year 'sweetheart' deal.
I am having the same problem on my friend's PC I am helping with. She has a Dimension 8200. Will this utility work with this model too? It says 8250, but no 8200. Any tips on what i should do???
I have received the message on my desktop. In my case though I am not able to proceed by pressing F1; instead I receive a blank, black screen. If I run this utility (BR64013.EXE ) will this jeapordize any of the data that may be left on my hard drive? Or does it simply correct the error message from displaying falsely?
The intent of the message is to warn users of imminent hard drive failure so that proper precautions, such as backup of data to prevent data loss, as well as arrangements to replace the drive, can be made. Now, if you disable that SMART feature you will not be warned of an imminent hard drive failure.
Go into Device Manager and click on the + sign next to "Disk drives". Post a list of what you find there and we may be able to tell which manufacturer it is.
I have a Dimension 8100 and have received that same message in the past 2 days! I'm in a panic now!
How do I tell if it is a Hitachi? It is not listed in that group. I did find under device manager the following information:
Generic IDE Disk Type 55
Do I really need a new hard drive? I've only had this computer about 3 years. I can't believe I would need a new hard drive so soon! I thought Dell was supposed to be one of the best. My Compaq laster longer than 3 years!
Francis Nguyen
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September 24th, 2003 01:00
I don't like to rely on a DELL utility. Best option is to visit the HD manufacturer's website to download the latest utility to test the fitness of the HD. They built the HD, not DELL!
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jusko
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September 25th, 2003 00:00
Any suggestions if my system is not on the list (i.e. Dimension 8100)?
Thanks
speedfreak31
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September 25th, 2003 01:00
gerald410
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September 25th, 2003 02:00
francis are you a member of hp forums ?
Francis Nguyen
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September 25th, 2003 13:00
Used to until I posted a link about the bundled NAV 2004 software on HP PCs. The following week, there was a report about HP and Symantec/Norton in a 2 year 'sweetheart' deal.
http://boards.cexx.org/viewtopic.php?t=1319&sid=633c126bd35edde421d8a8db472e8539
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ohlssonvox
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September 25th, 2003 14:00
HELP HELP HELP!!!
I am having the same problem on my friend's PC I am helping with. She has a Dimension 8200. Will this utility work with this model too? It says 8250, but no 8200. Any tips on what i should do???
Regards,
ohlssonvox
gerald410
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September 25th, 2003 14:00
francis i remember you well dr berg others also. you will be a fine addition here welcome!
atr3024
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October 15th, 2003 00:00
I have received the message on my desktop. In my case though I am not able to proceed by pressing F1; instead I receive a blank, black screen. If I run this utility (BR64013.EXE ) will this jeapordize any of the data that may be left on my hard drive? Or does it simply correct the error message from displaying falsely?
Thanks
volcano11
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October 15th, 2003 02:00
Note that this utility will only work if you have a Hitachi or IBM hard drive. It is not designed to work with other manufacturer's hard drives.
Steve
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October 15th, 2003 12:00
Y'all!
The intent of the message is to warn users of imminent hard drive failure so that proper precautions, such as backup of data to prevent data loss, as well as arrangements to replace the drive, can be made. Now, if you disable that SMART feature you will not be warned of an imminent hard drive failure.
It's your choice. Good luck!
atr3024
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volcano11
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October 15th, 2003 14:00
Go into Device Manager and click on the + sign next to "Disk drives". Post a list of what you find there and we may be able to tell which manufacturer it is.
Steve
ohlssonvox
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October 15th, 2003 14:00
How can I determine which drive I have installed? ( to see if it is IBM or Hitachi??)
ohlssonvox
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October 15th, 2003 18:00
Luke, beware of the DeathStar!!
dasaintjuday
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I have a Dimension 8100 and have received that same message in the past 2 days! I'm in a panic now!
How do I tell if it is a Hitachi? It is not listed in that group. I did find under device manager the following information:
Generic IDE Disk Type 55
Do I really need a new hard drive? I've only had this computer about 3 years. I can't believe I would need a new hard drive so soon! I thought Dell was supposed to be one of the best. My Compaq laster longer than 3 years!
HEEEEEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLPPPPPPPPPPP!