A computer failure will put your business at a standstill. Almost every employee conducts all their business at a computer work station.
Losing access to your computer for even an hour can lead to a huge loss in daily sales and revenue.
You should expect your computer to run without any issues—all the time. But what most people don’t realize is that the most important piece of any computer isn’t the WiFi card, the screen, or even the keyboard—it’s the hard drive which is hidden deep within the inter-workings of your computer.
It is incredibly important to make sure that your hard drive is protected and maintained throughout the lifespan of your computer. If you don’t maintain it, it could fail—and take all of your data with it.
What Are the Symptoms of an Overheated Hard Drive?
Overheating is one of the most common issues that people have with their hard drives. It’s important that computer owners realize that overheating is more than just a minor inconvenience. Studies show that a hot hard drive is a precursor to hard drive failure.
Hard drive failure causes people to lose all of their data, especially if you don’t have a proper backup procedure in place. When a professional loses all of their data, this can set a business back tremendously. Overheating is one thing that’s easy to diagnose—your laptop or computer case can be warm or hot to the touch. Some of the other tell-tale signs of impending computer failure include:
- Considerable delay in booting-up or slow access to files
- Strange noises—especially loud clicking sounds
- Fans running longer and louder than normal
- Data disappears or becomes corrupt
- The “blue screen of death”
Do you think your hard drive is dying? Check out this article to see if you’re right.
What Are the Causes of Hard Drive Overheating?
Oddly enough, heat causes hard drives to overheat. Common reasons for hard drives to generate extra heat include:
- Blocked Air Flow – Air needs to be able to flow into the computer so the fans can do their jobs. Be sure your computer is located where nothing blocks the air from getting to the vents.
- Malfunctioning Fans – When a fan gets dirty, it has to work harder to keep a proper temperature and causes your hard drive to overheat. Clean your fans every three to six months.
- Dust – Not only does dust block air flow, it also insulates components that need to be cooled by the fans. Dust is your enemy—put your computer in a place that is easy to keep clean and dust-free.
What Should I Do If I Start to Notice Symptoms?
If you’re reading this article, there’s a good chance your hard drive is on the verge of collapse. We understand and feel your pain. If you don’t have a backup plan for your business and are looking for a solution, Record Nations can help. Let our experts guide you to the service that will work best for your business. We offer several different options to help you, including:
- Cloud Storage – Overheating and failure of your hard drive is less likely if you have the bulk of your data is in the cloud.
- Disaster Data Recovery Plans – It’s always a good idea to keep a copy of your data in a secondary location in case you lose it.
- Hard Drive Recovery Services – If your hard drive has overheated to the the point of no return, get a quote on recovering your data.
Any of these options will help keep you protected from an unexpected failure—don’t wait until it happens to make a change.
Where Should I Go If My Hard Drive Has Already Crashed and Burned?
Record Nations provides hard drive recovery services if you find yourself in this position. We will get you back on your feet as soon as possible.
If you have questions or are interested in free quotes, simply fill out the form, give us a call at (866) 385-3706, or contact us directly using our live chat. Our experts will help you find a service that’s exactly what you need for your business.
