Re: Smartd error

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On 13 September 2010 09:32, Marko Vojinovic <vvmarko@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> I mean, if you have critical data on the drive then yes, do replace it
> immediately. But if not, you can consider just keeping an eye on the
> smartd log and making sure this number doesn't grow more than 1000 per
> year. ;-)
>

In my case, I had missed the first warning. (which was 6 bad sectors)
And in about a month when I finally noticed, it had grown to over a
100! I would say its better to be safe than sorry. After all the only
cost in an RMA is some of your time and some shipping expenses. :)

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