400GB freecom external HDD since 2004 still works fine despite giving in to its love for the concrete floor several times over the years. Thanks and regards, Ian On 11 June 2012 13:47, James Nzomo <kazikubwa@gmail.com> wrote:
So WD is still at the bottom eh? Did anyone of you ever get a timely S.M.A.R.T warning before their WD quit? I have an 500 GB WD external that makes an occasional *clank* but Gnome Disk Utility (Palimpsest) keeps giving it a clean bill of health
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2012/6/11 Garr Patronas <garr.patronas@gmail.com>
Seagate FreeAgent (portable) - 3years, several arguments with gravity (gravity won everytime), not even the cable shows any signs of wearing out. Seagate GoFlex (desktop) - 2years, still hums beautifully WD - none lasted 1 year
On 5/21/12, James Nzomo <kazikubwa@gmail.com> wrote:
VP Skunks
I vaguely recall this having been done on the list before but.... * * *Users:* Of all the HDDs you ever bought which brands/models failed you the most? *Retailers:* Of all the HDDs you sell, which brands/models feature most in* *returns inwards headaches?
Sorry for the repeat but this one's fresh for 2012 :) besides, newer models and users keep getting spawned.
Post your personal experiences only..sans rumors! *rumors* ah *gwan*! No Solid State Drive manenos!
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