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Checking New HDDs (zerobytes.monster)

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The original post: /r/datahoarder by /u/Infinite-Pomelo-7538 on 2025-04-29 23:16:58.

Hi there! I'm currently in the process of redoing my setup, and I want to thoroughly check the health of my hard drives before filling the system back up. I have four Seagate Exos' drives, three 18TB and one new 24TB - all recertified.

Until now, I've only used CrystalDiskInfo to check the SMART reports before deployment. I've read many times here that some people prefer doing a full 0-1 read-write test (not sure if I’m remembering the name of the test correctly - probably not 😅) before using a drive in their NAS. Is that recommended, or is a SMART test enough? Is there anything else I should do to check the drives' health?

Thanks to anyone taking the time to read and maybe reply! Cheers

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