Because this test reads every sector on the drive, the amount of time required will depend on the speed and capacity of the disk drive. Long Generic Test scans the entire drive for defects. Short Generic Test is similar to the DST in functionality, but is implemented in software, and does not require the drive to support any special commands. A warranty exchange is advisable when the Short Drive Self Test fails. Firmware is the machine language installed on the disk drive which controls its behavior. Short DST, or Drive Self Test, is a thorough diagnostic routine that is built in to the hard drive's firmware. A warranty exchange is advisable when the SMART Check test fails. A failure in this test is called a "SMART Trip" and is a near term prediction of failure.
(Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) log, which is maintained by the drive during its normal operation, to quickly determine if the drive has previously encountered issues. ShortGenericTest Erase Overwrite Erase Write Same Select the test you would like to performon the selected drives The menus provide an array of diagnostic tests. SeaTools Bootable User Manual - Using SeaTools
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