10 warning signs your SSD or hard drive is about to die.

9th July 2024 By Sheffield Computer Services

Two things we always recommend to all computer users:

Always keep and backup of your data to cloud and/or local USB drives.
Ensure your have access to recovery or unlock keys if you drive or data is encrypted. Or, disable encryption completely if you don’t need it before it makes life more difficult when things go wrong.

We found this article describing 10 Warning signs your storage drive is about to die: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2374411/is-your-ssd-about-to-die-xx-warning-signs-you-shouldnt-ignore.html and recommend to check it out.

Some ways to recognise a failing drive:
-Windows fails to boot properly
– Freezes or crashes
– Your PC feels slower than usual
– File system repair errors

Hope this helps, if your having these sorts or issues please get in touch and we’re sure we can help.

We aim to get the job done ASAP. If you need a callout we’ll come as quickly as possible. The majority of jobs done can be completed in 1-2 hours or less. For replacement screens and other parts not in stock, delivery usually takes a 1-3 days. We often work late and at the weekend so we can get computers back to Sheffield customers quickly, and like to keep customers updated throughout the process. We’re based in Woodseats, close to Chesterfield Road and Abbeydale Road, for drop offs or callouts to anywhere in Sheffield (and further).

We been repairing computers for years and know the best techniques to ensure the repair will last. We source quality parts that come with guarantees and won’t fail in a month or two. We’ll turn up on time and nearly always complete jobs in the quoted time. We like to do business so that the customer is as satisfied with the work months after the job as they were when it was initially completed – and do work to a good enough standard for the customer feel they want to come back to us in the future. Oh, check out our 100+ Google reviews!

Menu / Navigation >>>