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How to use SeaTools for Windows

Articles / 2009-07-10 / 1 Comment

This post describes how to run SeaTools for Windows and provides some comprehensive advice about using the test to assist in troubleshooting. First: Download and install SeaTools. Launch SeaTools by following these steps once it is installed:Click on Start. Select Programs.…

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Seatools For DOS Tutorial

Articles / 2009-07-10

SeaTools for DOS is a comprehensive, easy-to-use diagnostic tool that helps you quickly determine what is preventing you from accessing data on your desktop or notebook computer. It includes several tests that will examine the physical media on your Seagate or Maxtor disc drive and any non-Seagate disc drive.…

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Rebuilding a Backup Catalog for Retrospect 5.x Windows

Articles / 2009-07-10

This post will walk you through the process of completely rebuilding your Retrospect catalog file. This may be required if you have lost your previous catalog file, or the file has become damaged due to a crash or disk problem. Figure 1: The Retrospect Directory To begin the catalog rebuild, launch the Retrospect program.…

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How to perform drive diagnostics on a Maxtor Shared Storage Drive?

Articles / 2009-07-10

To Run Diagnostics, Scan And Repair:Launch the Shared Storage Drive Web Interface. When prompted, type in the admin username and password to authenticate. From the Shared Storage Drive’s Home Page, click on Advanced Settings.Click on System MaintenanceClick Diagnostics.…

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Disk Utility’s Repair Disk Permissions feature

Articles / 2009-07-10

Learn about Disk Utility’s Repair Disk Permissions feature. This document applies to Mac OS X 10.2, 10.3, and 10.4 or later. Disk Utility lets you verify and repair disk and permissions issues. This document explains one of Disk Utility’s features for Mac OS X disks, Repair Disk Permissions.…

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How to restore lost data from my Mirra to my newly rebuilt OS?

Articles / 2009-07-10

My system has crashed. How do I restore lost data from my Mirra to my newly rebuilt Operating System? Here’s the best way to restore your data after a system disk crash or the re-installation of your operating system onto your computer.…

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Which RAID Mode Should You Choose?

Articles / 2009-07-10

1. Speed (RAID 0) Set in high-performance mode (also called striped mode or RAID 0) the storage system gives you the power you need when you’re:Designing huge graphics and need a lightning-fast Photoshop scratch space. Recording large DV files while maintaining clean audio performance.…

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How to Restore Individual Files/Folders From Seagate DiscWizard backup?

Articles / 2009-07-09

How to restore individual files and folders from a backup you made with DiscWizard without restoring the whole system?The current version ofDiscWizard is supported in Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista. Previous version of Microsoft Windows, such as Microsft Windows 98SE and Microsft Windows Me are not supported.…

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5 Ways To Speed Up Your PC

Articles / 2009-07-09 / 1 Comment

How to use the tools available in Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3) and Windows Vista to more efficiently maintain your computer and safeguard your privacy when you’re online? By following these guidelines, you can speed up your computer and keep it running smoothly.…

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Poorly Ventilated System Cases Shorten The Life Of Hard Drive

Articles / 2009-07-08 / 1 Comment

Ambient air temperatures of 95°F (35°C) or greater and poor ventilation from the smaller case designs of Shuttle boxes, LAN party boxes, racks, cabinets, and drawers, can shorten the life of your hard disk. All Maxtor ATA, SATA, and SCSI drives can operate with or without a fan, providing the hard disk temperature does not exceed 131°F (55°C) as measured from the top cover of the drive.…

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