The computer displays the following error during POST:
SMART Hard Disk Error
The SMART hard disk check has detected an imminent failure. To ensure no data loss, please backup the content immediately and run the Hard Disk Test in System Diagnostics
Hard Disk 1 (301)
NOTE: the actual error code given may vary and could include any of the following codes:
- 301
- 302
- 309
NOTE: This error is being logged due to a glitch in the drive firmware. It is not due to an actual problem with the hard drive; there is no physical damage or data corruption issue.
To prevent erroneous logging of the SMART error code, update the drive firmware using the following SoftPaq:
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SoftPaq Description
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Release Notes
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Download SoftPaq
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Seagate Hard Drive Firmware Update
Version: HPD9/HPDB
Revision: A Pass: 1
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NOTE: A more recent version of this software may be available. Check for newer versions at http://www8.hp.com/us/en/drivers.html.
