Hardware Monitor found an error

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Rainy

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Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was forced
to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware Monitor
found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1 to
respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was checking
for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and even an
error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do to
fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..


 


"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...

> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was

forced
> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware Monitor
> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1 to
> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was checking
> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and even

an
> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do

to
> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..


Windows XP was designed to be self-repairing (because each new
boot is checked against its own database of how things should start)
and this usually works OK -- but only you can tell from the PC's
actual behavior whether it is now starting and running OK.

If you need more information:
1. Basic information is built into the WinXP Help files.
2. Advanced information is in the Microsoft book
Microsoft WindowsXP Inside Out, by Bott & Seichert
and on websites e.g.
http://aumha.org/win5/kbhrdwar.htm
3. If you experience malfunction, write down what happened,
check these three sources, then post a message here if you
cannot find what you need.

--
Don Phillipson
Carlsbad Springs
(Ottawa, Canada)


 
"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was forced
> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware Monitor
> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1 to
> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was checking
> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and even an
> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do to
> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..
>
>



Rainy,

You've been around here long enough to know this first point already. I'm
including it for the benefit of others.

Your first priority should be to make sure all your important files are backed
up. CD/DVDs are preferable but an external hard drive will do if that's all you
have available. Once you've done that, test the backup to make sure you can
restore your files in a worst case scenario.

Now, back to your problem. Odds are this is a hardware issue. The usual suspects
are your hard drive, power supply unit, or memory.

If you're curious about what the Hardware Monitor error was, you will have to
get into your system's BIOS and look for an error report. Look on the screen
when your computer first boots for the key you need to hit to access the BIOS
setup program. F2 and DEL are the most common ones.

To view the chkdsk results, do the following;

Go to Start -> Run and enter eventvwr.msc in the Open box.
Note: You can also access Event Viewer through Control Panel -> Administrative
Tools.
In Event Viewer, click on Application in the left hand column.
Look in the right hand pane for a recent entry with Winlogon as the Source and
1001 for the Event ID .
Double click on the entry to see the results.

You might want to check the hard drive manufacturer's web site to see if they
have a diagnostic utility available. If you're not sure what make and model hard
drive is installed in your computer, you can check System Information, (Start ->
All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> System Information). This utility
can also be accessed through Start -> Run -> msinfo32.exe. Look under
Components -> Storage -> Disks.

If you prefer, you can use a program such as Everest Home Edition to find out
who manufactured your hard drive.

http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4181.html

Here's a program which will test your system's RAM.

Memtest86
http://www.memtest86.com/

Testing a PSU is not something I'd recommend the average user attempt. If a PSU
is suspected, the usual procedure is to replace it with a known working unit.

Good luck

Nepatsfan




 
Thanks Don for responding to my plea... I am now reassured that chkdsk did
what it was designed to do.. but I am still a little scared to reboot.. not
knowing what I will find.:) Thanks for the link, if I do have a malfunction,
I will be sure to write the group. .thanks again.. Rainy
"Don Phillipson" <e925@SPAMBLOCK.ncf.ca> wrote in message
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"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...

> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was

forced
> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware Monitor
> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1 to
> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was checking
> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and even

an
> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do

to
> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..


Windows XP was designed to be self-repairing (because each new
boot is checked against its own database of how things should start)
and this usually works OK -- but only you can tell from the PC's
actual behavior whether it is now starting and running OK.

If you need more information:
1. Basic information is built into the WinXP Help files.
2. Advanced information is in the Microsoft book
Microsoft WindowsXP Inside Out, by Bott & Seichert
and on websites e.g.
http://aumha.org/win5/kbhrdwar.htm
3. If you experience malfunction, write down what happened,
check these three sources, then post a message here if you
cannot find what you need.

--
Don Phillipson
Carlsbad Springs
(Ottawa, Canada)



 
Hi Nepatsfnh, Yes I have been a member of this group for some time.. and
have gotten some wonderful information here... I back up regularly and after
this happened this morning, I began the process of backing up once again..
it takes all day.. such a chore, but if I don't want to lose what I have
it's necessary :) I just downloaded Everest seems like it's similar to
Belarc Advisor, or Aida32.. here is what it said about my ram

--------[ EVEREST Home Edition (c) 2003-2005 Lavalys,
Inc. ]------------------------------------------------------------

Version EVEREST v2.20.405
Homepage
http://www.lavalys.com/
Report Type Quick Report
Computer MYCOMPUTER
Generator Rainy
Operating System Microsoft Windows XP
Home Edition 5.1.2600 (WinXP Retail)
Date 2008-04-05
Time 11:55


--------[
Memory ]------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Physical Memory:
Total 1023 MB
Used 367 MB
Free 655 MB
Utilization 36 %

Swap Space:
Total 2462 MB
Used 381 MB
Free 2080 MB
Utilization 15 %

Virtual Memory:
Total 3485 MB
Used 748 MB
Free 2736 MB
Utilization 21 %

Physical Address Extension (PAE):
Supported by Operating System Yes
Supported by CPU Yes
Active No

If you see anything that could be a concern to me, please let me know. If
there is anything I can change, like swap size which will help my computer,
I would love to know..

.. I don't know what PCU is... sorry if this is a lame question..:) but have
never to my recollection seen PCwith a U after it.. Information appreciated
Rainy



I downloaded
"Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
news:%23vFRfAzlIHA.1212@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was
> forced
> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware Monitor
> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1 to
> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was checking
> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and even
> an
> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do
> to
> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..
>
>



Rainy,

You've been around here long enough to know this first point already. I'm
including it for the benefit of others.

Your first priority should be to make sure all your important files are
backed
up. CD/DVDs are preferable but an external hard drive will do if that's all
you
have available. Once you've done that, test the backup to make sure you can
restore your files in a worst case scenario.

Now, back to your problem. Odds are this is a hardware issue. The usual
suspects
are your hard drive, power supply unit, or memory.

If you're curious about what the Hardware Monitor error was, you will have
to
get into your system's BIOS and look for an error report. Look on the screen
when your computer first boots for the key you need to hit to access the
BIOS
setup program. F2 and DEL are the most common ones.

To view the chkdsk results, do the following;

Go to Start -> Run and enter eventvwr.msc in the Open box.
Note: You can also access Event Viewer through Control Panel ->
Administrative
Tools.
In Event Viewer, click on Application in the left hand column.
Look in the right hand pane for a recent entry with Winlogon as the Source
and
1001 for the Event ID .
Double click on the entry to see the results.

You might want to check the hard drive manufacturer's web site to see if
they
have a diagnostic utility available. If you're not sure what make and model
hard
drive is installed in your computer, you can check System Information,
(Start ->
All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> System Information). This
utility
can also be accessed through Start -> Run -> msinfo32.exe. Look under
Components -> Storage -> Disks.

If you prefer, you can use a program such as Everest Home Edition to find
out
who manufactured your hard drive.

http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4181.html

Here's a program which will test your system's RAM.

Memtest86
http://www.memtest86.com/

Testing a PSU is not something I'd recommend the average user attempt. If a
PSU
is suspected, the usual procedure is to replace it with a known working
unit.

Good luck

Nepatsfan





 
Rainy,

You're right about Everest Home Edition. It's an updated version of Aida32.

That said, the reason I suggested you download that program was to help identify
your hard drive's make and model #, not to test your system's RAM. Look under
the Storage branch for the Windows Storage entry. Your hard drive should be
listed in the right hand pane. Click on it and information will be displayed in
the lower pane. Once you identify the hard drive, you can go to the
manufacturer's web site and see if they have a hard drive diagnostic utility
available for download.

Another option to test your hard drive is this program. The free version, 2.55,
is fine. You don't have to download version 3.0.

HD Tune
http://www.hdtune.com/

As for testing your system's RAM, you can run this program.

Memtest86
http://www.memtest86.com/

Finally, it's PSU, not PCU. A PSU is your computer's Power Supply Unit. It's the
box at the top of the case where the power cord is connected. On occasion, a
malfunctioning power supply unit can cause your system to freeze. That's why I
mentioned it in my earlier response. Testing a power supply unit isn't something
that the average computer user should attempt. As I stated earlier, if the power
supply unit is suspected of being defective, replace it with a new one. This
would be done after all other suspects have been eliminated.

Sorry for the confusion,

Nepatsfan

"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:OOXd2A0lIHA.5660@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> Hi Nepatsfnh, Yes I have been a member of this group for some time.. and
> have gotten some wonderful information here... I back up regularly and after
> this happened this morning, I began the process of backing up once again..
> it takes all day.. such a chore, but if I don't want to lose what I have
> it's necessary :) I just downloaded Everest seems like it's similar to
> Belarc Advisor, or Aida32.. here is what it said about my ram
>
> --------[ EVEREST Home Edition (c) 2003-2005 Lavalys,
> Inc. ]------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Version EVEREST v2.20.405
> Homepage
> http://www.lavalys.com/
> Report Type Quick Report
> Computer MYCOMPUTER
> Generator Rainy
> Operating System Microsoft Windows XP
> Home Edition 5.1.2600 (WinXP Retail)
> Date 2008-04-05
> Time 11:55
>
>
> --------[
> Memory ]------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Physical Memory:
> Total 1023 MB
> Used 367 MB
> Free 655 MB
> Utilization 36 %
>
> Swap Space:
> Total 2462 MB
> Used 381 MB
> Free 2080 MB
> Utilization 15 %
>
> Virtual Memory:
> Total 3485 MB
> Used 748 MB
> Free 2736 MB
> Utilization 21 %
>
> Physical Address Extension (PAE):
> Supported by Operating System Yes
> Supported by CPU Yes
> Active No
>
> If you see anything that could be a concern to me, please let me know. If
> there is anything I can change, like swap size which will help my computer,
> I would love to know..
>
> . I don't know what PCU is... sorry if this is a lame question..:) but have
> never to my recollection seen PCwith a U after it.. Information appreciated
> Rainy
>
>
>
> I downloaded
> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
> news:%23vFRfAzlIHA.1212@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
> news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was
>> forced
>> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware Monitor
>> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1 to
>> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
>> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was checking
>> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and even
>> an
>> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do
>> to
>> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
>> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..
>>
>>

>
>
> Rainy,
>
> You've been around here long enough to know this first point already. I'm
> including it for the benefit of others.
>
> Your first priority should be to make sure all your important files are
> backed
> up. CD/DVDs are preferable but an external hard drive will do if that's all
> you
> have available. Once you've done that, test the backup to make sure you can
> restore your files in a worst case scenario.
>
> Now, back to your problem. Odds are this is a hardware issue. The usual
> suspects
> are your hard drive, power supply unit, or memory.
>
> If you're curious about what the Hardware Monitor error was, you will have
> to
> get into your system's BIOS and look for an error report. Look on the screen
> when your computer first boots for the key you need to hit to access the
> BIOS
> setup program. F2 and DEL are the most common ones.
>
> To view the chkdsk results, do the following;
>
> Go to Start -> Run and enter eventvwr.msc in the Open box.
> Note: You can also access Event Viewer through Control Panel ->
> Administrative
> Tools.
> In Event Viewer, click on Application in the left hand column.
> Look in the right hand pane for a recent entry with Winlogon as the Source
> and
> 1001 for the Event ID .
> Double click on the entry to see the results.
>
> You might want to check the hard drive manufacturer's web site to see if
> they
> have a diagnostic utility available. If you're not sure what make and model
> hard
> drive is installed in your computer, you can check System Information,
> (Start ->
> All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> System Information). This
> utility
> can also be accessed through Start -> Run -> msinfo32.exe. Look under
> Components -> Storage -> Disks.
>
> If you prefer, you can use a program such as Everest Home Edition to find
> out
> who manufactured your hard drive.
>
> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4181.html
>
> Here's a program which will test your system's RAM.
>
> Memtest86
> http://www.memtest86.com/
>
> Testing a PSU is not something I'd recommend the average user attempt. If a
> PSU
> is suspected, the usual procedure is to replace it with a known working
> unit.
>
> Good luck
>
> Nepatsfan
>
>
>
>
>




 
thanks Nepatsfan, for the response.. sorry I thought when the link said mem
something, you were asking for me to check my memory.. stupid assumption on
my part since we were talking about hard drive errors.. :( brother!!!

I ran Everest and I determined my hard drive in question is my D
Drive..which is a Maxtor Gl 080P0 but clicking on it, nothing appeared in
the lower pane..

When I went to maxtor.com and clicked on troubleshooting, it brought me to
Seagate, I am assuming again.. lol that Seagate bought out Maxtor.. but of
course I could be wrong.but got a little lost when I was there, not knowing
what to click on..

Checked my hard drive with the utitity you mentioned and this is what it
said!! Unless I am reading this wrong, I am in pretty good shape. of course
if you see something I don't.. please don't hesitate to tell me.. thanks!

..I really do what to thank you for all your help.. it's the techs like
yourself that make this group awesome!! :) hugs Rainy ps I could not take
care of my computer without people like yourself! I don't have the money or
means.. at least this way I can take care of it.. :)

Drive D "The one in question"

HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Benchmark

Transfer Rate Minimum : 31.0 MB/sec
Transfer Rate Maximum : 63.6 MB/sec
Transfer Rate Average : 53.2 MB/sec
Access Time : 13.1 ms
Burst Rate : 98.7 MB/sec
CPU Usage : 6.8%
HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Error Scan

Scanned data : 78135 MB
Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
Elapsed Time : 0:33
HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Health

ID Current Worst ThresholdData Status
(03) Spin Up Time 227 227 63 5050 Ok
(04) Start/Stop Count 253 253 0 47 Ok
(05) Reallocated Sector Count 253 253 63 0 Ok
(06) Read Channel Margin 253 253 100 0 Ok
(07) Seek Error Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
(08) Seek Time Performance 250 245 187 38019 Ok
(09) Power On Hours Count 209 209 0 62528 Ok
(0A) Spin Retry Count 253 252 157 0 Ok
(0B) Calibration Retry Count 253 252 223 0 Ok
(0C) Power Cycle Count 253 253 0 205 Ok
(C0) Power Off Retract Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
(C1) Load Cycle Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
(C2) Temperature 38 253 0 44 Ok
(C3) Hardware ECC Recovered 253 252 0 4096 Ok
(C4) Reallocated Event Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
(C5) Current Pending Sector 253 253 0 0 Ok
(C6) Offline Uncorrectable 253 253 0 0 Ok
(C7) Ultra DMA CRC Error Count 199 199 0 0 Ok
(C8) Write Error Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
(C9) TA Counter Detected 253 252 0 0 Ok
(CA) TA Counter Increased 253 252 0 0 Ok
(CB) Run Out Cancel 253 252 180 0 Ok
(CC) Soft ECC Correction 253 252 0 0 Ok
(CD) Thermal Asperity Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
(CF) Spin High Current 253 252 0 0 Ok
(D0) Spin Buzz 253 252 0 0 Ok
(D1) Offline Seek Performance 241 241 0 145 Ok
(D2) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
(D3) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
(D4) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok

Power On Time : 62528
Health Status : Ok
HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Error Scan

Scanned data : 78135 MB
Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
Elapsed Time : 0:33




Drive C
HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Benchmark

Transfer Rate Minimum : 31.0 MB/sec
Transfer Rate Maximum : 63.6 MB/sec
Transfer Rate Average : 53.2 MB/sec
Access Time : 13.1 ms
Burst Rate : 98.7 MB/sec
CPU Usage : 6.8%

HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Information

Firmware version : 77.07W77
Serial number : WD-WMADW1189991
Capacity : 55.9 GB (~60.0 GB)
Buffer size : 2048 KB
Standard : ATA/ATAPI-6
Supported mode : UDMA Mode 5 (Ultra ATA/100)
Current mode : UDMA Mode 5 (Ultra ATA/100)

S.M.A.R.T : yes
48-bit Address : yes
Read Look-Ahead : yes
Write Cache : yes
Host Protected Area : yes
Device Configuration Overlay : yes
Automatic Acoustic Management: yes
Power Management : yes
Advanced Power Management : no
Power-up in Standby : no
Security Mode : yes
Firmware Upgradable : yes

Partition : 1
Drive letter : C:\
Label :
Capacity : 57239 MB
Usage : 71.91%
Type : NTFS
Bootable : Yes

HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Health

ID Current Worst ThresholdData Status
(01) Raw Read Error Rate 200 200 51 0 Ok
(03) Spin Up Time 87 86 21 2158 Ok
(04) Start/Stop Count 100 100 40 244 Ok
(05) Reallocated Sector Count 200 200 140 0 Ok
(07) Seek Error Rate 100 253 51 0 Ok
(09) Power On Hours Count 74 74 0 19476 Ok
(0A) Spin Retry Count 100 100 51 0 Ok
(0B) Calibration Retry Count 100 100 51 0 Ok
(0C) Power Cycle Count 100 100 0 231 Ok
(C2) Temperature 100 253 0 43 Ok
(C4) Reallocated Event Count 200 200 0 0 Ok
(C5) Current Pending Sector 200 200 0 0 Ok
(C6) Offline Uncorrectable 200 200 0 0 Ok
(C7) Ultra DMA CRC Error Count 200 253 0 0 Ok
(C8) Write Error Rate 200 85 51 0 Ok

Power On Time : 19476
Health Status : Ok

HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Error Scan

Scanned data : 57219 MB
Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
Elapsed Time : 0:36














"Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
news:eBAJdV0lIHA.3636@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
Rainy,

You're right about Everest Home Edition. It's an updated version of Aida32.

That said, the reason I suggested you download that program was to help
identify
your hard drive's make and model #, not to test your system's RAM. Look
under
the Storage branch for the Windows Storage entry. Your hard drive should be
listed in the right hand pane. Click on it and information will be displayed
in
the lower pane. Once you identify the hard drive, you can go to the
manufacturer's web site and see if they have a hard drive diagnostic utility
available for download.

Another option to test your hard drive is this program. The free version,
2.55,
is fine. You don't have to download version 3.0.

HD Tune
http://www.hdtune.com/

As for testing your system's RAM, you can run this program.

Memtest86
http://www.memtest86.com/

Finally, it's PSU, not PCU. A PSU is your computer's Power Supply Unit. It's
the
box at the top of the case where the power cord is connected. On occasion, a
malfunctioning power supply unit can cause your system to freeze. That's why
I
mentioned it in my earlier response. Testing a power supply unit isn't
something
that the average computer user should attempt. As I stated earlier, if the
power
supply unit is suspected of being defective, replace it with a new one. This
would be done after all other suspects have been eliminated.

Sorry for the confusion,

Nepatsfan

"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:OOXd2A0lIHA.5660@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> Hi Nepatsfnh, Yes I have been a member of this group for some time.. and
> have gotten some wonderful information here... I back up regularly and
> after
> this happened this morning, I began the process of backing up once again..
> it takes all day.. such a chore, but if I don't want to lose what I have
> it's necessary :) I just downloaded Everest seems like it's similar to
> Belarc Advisor, or Aida32.. here is what it said about my ram
>
> --------[ EVEREST Home Edition (c) 2003-2005 Lavalys,
> Inc. ]------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Version EVEREST v2.20.405
> Homepage
> http://www.lavalys.com/
> Report Type Quick Report
> Computer MYCOMPUTER
> Generator Rainy
> Operating System Microsoft Windows XP
> Home Edition 5.1.2600 (WinXP Retail)
> Date 2008-04-05
> Time 11:55
>
>
> --------[
> Memory ]------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Physical Memory:
> Total 1023 MB
> Used 367 MB
> Free 655 MB
> Utilization 36 %
>
> Swap Space:
> Total 2462 MB
> Used 381 MB
> Free 2080 MB
> Utilization 15 %
>
> Virtual Memory:
> Total 3485 MB
> Used 748 MB
> Free 2736 MB
> Utilization 21 %
>
> Physical Address Extension (PAE):
> Supported by Operating System Yes
> Supported by CPU Yes
> Active No
>
> If you see anything that could be a concern to me, please let me know. If
> there is anything I can change, like swap size which will help my
> computer,
> I would love to know..
>
> . I don't know what PCU is... sorry if this is a lame question..:) but
> have
> never to my recollection seen PCwith a U after it.. Information
> appreciated
> Rainy
>
>
>
> I downloaded
> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
> news:%23vFRfAzlIHA.1212@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
> news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was
>> forced
>> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware
>> Monitor
>> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1 to
>> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
>> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was checking
>> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and even
>> an
>> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do
>> to
>> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
>> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..
>>
>>

>
>
> Rainy,
>
> You've been around here long enough to know this first point already. I'm
> including it for the benefit of others.
>
> Your first priority should be to make sure all your important files are
> backed
> up. CD/DVDs are preferable but an external hard drive will do if that's
> all
> you
> have available. Once you've done that, test the backup to make sure you
> can
> restore your files in a worst case scenario.
>
> Now, back to your problem. Odds are this is a hardware issue. The usual
> suspects
> are your hard drive, power supply unit, or memory.
>
> If you're curious about what the Hardware Monitor error was, you will have
> to
> get into your system's BIOS and look for an error report. Look on the
> screen
> when your computer first boots for the key you need to hit to access the
> BIOS
> setup program. F2 and DEL are the most common ones.
>
> To view the chkdsk results, do the following;
>
> Go to Start -> Run and enter eventvwr.msc in the Open box.
> Note: You can also access Event Viewer through Control Panel ->
> Administrative
> Tools.
> In Event Viewer, click on Application in the left hand column.
> Look in the right hand pane for a recent entry with Winlogon as the Source
> and
> 1001 for the Event ID .
> Double click on the entry to see the results.
>
> You might want to check the hard drive manufacturer's web site to see if
> they
> have a diagnostic utility available. If you're not sure what make and
> model
> hard
> drive is installed in your computer, you can check System Information,
> (Start ->
> All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> System Information). This
> utility
> can also be accessed through Start -> Run -> msinfo32.exe. Look under
> Components -> Storage -> Disks.
>
> If you prefer, you can use a program such as Everest Home Edition to find
> out
> who manufactured your hard drive.
>
> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4181.html
>
> Here's a program which will test your system's RAM.
>
> Memtest86
> http://www.memtest86.com/
>
> Testing a PSU is not something I'd recommend the average user attempt. If
> a
> PSU
> is suspected, the usual procedure is to replace it with a known working
> unit.
>
> Good luck
>
> Nepatsfan
>
>
>
>
>





 
There's a utility designed to check Maxtor hard drives available at the web site
listed below. You might want to run it to confirm the results you got with HD
Tune.

PowerMax v4.23
http://www.tacktech.com/pub/mirror/maxtor/PwrMxEn.exe

Just out of curiosity, have you run any tests on your C drive? I'm guessing that
you have two hard drives in your computer.

Also, did you run memtest86? Did you check the BIOS for an error log?

Nepatsfan

"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:%239smkp1lIHA.4244@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> thanks Nepatsfan, for the response.. sorry I thought when the link said mem
> something, you were asking for me to check my memory.. stupid assumption on
> my part since we were talking about hard drive errors.. :( brother!!!
>
> I ran Everest and I determined my hard drive in question is my D
> Drive..which is a Maxtor Gl 080P0 but clicking on it, nothing appeared in
> the lower pane..
>
> When I went to maxtor.com and clicked on troubleshooting, it brought me to
> Seagate, I am assuming again.. lol that Seagate bought out Maxtor.. but of
> course I could be wrong.but got a little lost when I was there, not knowing
> what to click on..
>
> Checked my hard drive with the utitity you mentioned and this is what it
> said!! Unless I am reading this wrong, I am in pretty good shape. of course
> if you see something I don't.. please don't hesitate to tell me.. thanks!
>
> .I really do what to thank you for all your help.. it's the techs like
> yourself that make this group awesome!! :) hugs Rainy ps I could not take
> care of my computer without people like yourself! I don't have the money or
> means.. at least this way I can take care of it.. :)
>
> Drive D "The one in question"
>
> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Benchmark
>
> Transfer Rate Minimum : 31.0 MB/sec
> Transfer Rate Maximum : 63.6 MB/sec
> Transfer Rate Average : 53.2 MB/sec
> Access Time : 13.1 ms
> Burst Rate : 98.7 MB/sec
> CPU Usage : 6.8%
> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Error Scan
>
> Scanned data : 78135 MB
> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
> Elapsed Time : 0:33
> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Health
>
> ID Current Worst ThresholdData Status
> (03) Spin Up Time 227 227 63 5050 Ok
> (04) Start/Stop Count 253 253 0 47 Ok
> (05) Reallocated Sector Count 253 253 63 0 Ok
> (06) Read Channel Margin 253 253 100 0 Ok
> (07) Seek Error Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (08) Seek Time Performance 250 245 187 38019 Ok
> (09) Power On Hours Count 209 209 0 62528 Ok
> (0A) Spin Retry Count 253 252 157 0 Ok
> (0B) Calibration Retry Count 253 252 223 0 Ok
> (0C) Power Cycle Count 253 253 0 205 Ok
> (C0) Power Off Retract Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C1) Load Cycle Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C2) Temperature 38 253 0 44 Ok
> (C3) Hardware ECC Recovered 253 252 0 4096 Ok
> (C4) Reallocated Event Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C5) Current Pending Sector 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C6) Offline Uncorrectable 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C7) Ultra DMA CRC Error Count 199 199 0 0 Ok
> (C8) Write Error Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (C9) TA Counter Detected 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (CA) TA Counter Increased 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (CB) Run Out Cancel 253 252 180 0 Ok
> (CC) Soft ECC Correction 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (CD) Thermal Asperity Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (CF) Spin High Current 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (D0) Spin Buzz 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (D1) Offline Seek Performance 241 241 0 145 Ok
> (D2) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (D3) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (D4) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
>
> Power On Time : 62528
> Health Status : Ok
> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Error Scan
>
> Scanned data : 78135 MB
> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
> Elapsed Time : 0:33
>
>
>
>
> Drive C
> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Benchmark
>
> Transfer Rate Minimum : 31.0 MB/sec
> Transfer Rate Maximum : 63.6 MB/sec
> Transfer Rate Average : 53.2 MB/sec
> Access Time : 13.1 ms
> Burst Rate : 98.7 MB/sec
> CPU Usage : 6.8%
>
> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Information
>
> Firmware version : 77.07W77
> Serial number : WD-WMADW1189991
> Capacity : 55.9 GB (~60.0 GB)
> Buffer size : 2048 KB
> Standard : ATA/ATAPI-6
> Supported mode : UDMA Mode 5 (Ultra ATA/100)
> Current mode : UDMA Mode 5 (Ultra ATA/100)
>
> S.M.A.R.T : yes
> 48-bit Address : yes
> Read Look-Ahead : yes
> Write Cache : yes
> Host Protected Area : yes
> Device Configuration Overlay : yes
> Automatic Acoustic Management: yes
> Power Management : yes
> Advanced Power Management : no
> Power-up in Standby : no
> Security Mode : yes
> Firmware Upgradable : yes
>
> Partition : 1
> Drive letter : C:\
> Label :
> Capacity : 57239 MB
> Usage : 71.91%
> Type : NTFS
> Bootable : Yes
>
> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Health
>
> ID Current Worst ThresholdData Status
> (01) Raw Read Error Rate 200 200 51 0 Ok
> (03) Spin Up Time 87 86 21 2158 Ok
> (04) Start/Stop Count 100 100 40 244 Ok
> (05) Reallocated Sector Count 200 200 140 0 Ok
> (07) Seek Error Rate 100 253 51 0 Ok
> (09) Power On Hours Count 74 74 0 19476 Ok
> (0A) Spin Retry Count 100 100 51 0 Ok
> (0B) Calibration Retry Count 100 100 51 0 Ok
> (0C) Power Cycle Count 100 100 0 231 Ok
> (C2) Temperature 100 253 0 43 Ok
> (C4) Reallocated Event Count 200 200 0 0 Ok
> (C5) Current Pending Sector 200 200 0 0 Ok
> (C6) Offline Uncorrectable 200 200 0 0 Ok
> (C7) Ultra DMA CRC Error Count 200 253 0 0 Ok
> (C8) Write Error Rate 200 85 51 0 Ok
>
> Power On Time : 19476
> Health Status : Ok
>
> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Error Scan
>
> Scanned data : 57219 MB
> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
> Elapsed Time : 0:36
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
> news:eBAJdV0lIHA.3636@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> Rainy,
>
> You're right about Everest Home Edition. It's an updated version of Aida32.
>
> That said, the reason I suggested you download that program was to help
> identify
> your hard drive's make and model #, not to test your system's RAM. Look
> under
> the Storage branch for the Windows Storage entry. Your hard drive should be
> listed in the right hand pane. Click on it and information will be displayed
> in
> the lower pane. Once you identify the hard drive, you can go to the
> manufacturer's web site and see if they have a hard drive diagnostic utility
> available for download.
>
> Another option to test your hard drive is this program. The free version,
> 2.55,
> is fine. You don't have to download version 3.0.
>
> HD Tune
> http://www.hdtune.com/
>
> As for testing your system's RAM, you can run this program.
>
> Memtest86
> http://www.memtest86.com/
>
> Finally, it's PSU, not PCU. A PSU is your computer's Power Supply Unit. It's
> the
> box at the top of the case where the power cord is connected. On occasion, a
> malfunctioning power supply unit can cause your system to freeze. That's why
> I
> mentioned it in my earlier response. Testing a power supply unit isn't
> something
> that the average computer user should attempt. As I stated earlier, if the
> power
> supply unit is suspected of being defective, replace it with a new one. This
> would be done after all other suspects have been eliminated.
>
> Sorry for the confusion,
>
> Nepatsfan
>
> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
> news:OOXd2A0lIHA.5660@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
>> Hi Nepatsfnh, Yes I have been a member of this group for some time.. and
>> have gotten some wonderful information here... I back up regularly and
>> after
>> this happened this morning, I began the process of backing up once again..
>> it takes all day.. such a chore, but if I don't want to lose what I have
>> it's necessary :) I just downloaded Everest seems like it's similar to
>> Belarc Advisor, or Aida32.. here is what it said about my ram
>>
>> --------[ EVEREST Home Edition (c) 2003-2005 Lavalys,
>> Inc. ]------------------------------------------------------------
>>
>> Version EVEREST v2.20.405
>> Homepage
>> http://www.lavalys.com/
>> Report Type Quick Report
>> Computer MYCOMPUTER
>> Generator Rainy
>> Operating System Microsoft Windows XP
>> Home Edition 5.1.2600 (WinXP Retail)
>> Date 2008-04-05
>> Time 11:55
>>
>>
>> --------[
>> Memory ]------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>
>> Physical Memory:
>> Total 1023 MB
>> Used 367 MB
>> Free 655 MB
>> Utilization 36 %
>>
>> Swap Space:
>> Total 2462 MB
>> Used 381 MB
>> Free 2080 MB
>> Utilization 15 %
>>
>> Virtual Memory:
>> Total 3485 MB
>> Used 748 MB
>> Free 2736 MB
>> Utilization 21 %
>>
>> Physical Address Extension (PAE):
>> Supported by Operating System Yes
>> Supported by CPU Yes
>> Active No
>>
>> If you see anything that could be a concern to me, please let me know. If
>> there is anything I can change, like swap size which will help my
>> computer,
>> I would love to know..
>>
>> . I don't know what PCU is... sorry if this is a lame question..:) but
>> have
>> never to my recollection seen PCwith a U after it.. Information
>> appreciated
>> Rainy
>>
>>
>>
>> I downloaded
>> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
>> news:%23vFRfAzlIHA.1212@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
>> news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was
>>> forced
>>> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware
>>> Monitor
>>> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1 to
>>> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
>>> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was checking
>>> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and even
>>> an
>>> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do
>>> to
>>> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
>>> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..
>>>
>>>

>>
>>
>> Rainy,
>>
>> You've been around here long enough to know this first point already. I'm
>> including it for the benefit of others.
>>
>> Your first priority should be to make sure all your important files are
>> backed
>> up. CD/DVDs are preferable but an external hard drive will do if that's
>> all
>> you
>> have available. Once you've done that, test the backup to make sure you
>> can
>> restore your files in a worst case scenario.
>>
>> Now, back to your problem. Odds are this is a hardware issue. The usual
>> suspects
>> are your hard drive, power supply unit, or memory.
>>
>> If you're curious about what the Hardware Monitor error was, you will have
>> to
>> get into your system's BIOS and look for an error report. Look on the
>> screen
>> when your computer first boots for the key you need to hit to access the
>> BIOS
>> setup program. F2 and DEL are the most common ones.
>>
>> To view the chkdsk results, do the following;
>>
>> Go to Start -> Run and enter eventvwr.msc in the Open box.
>> Note: You can also access Event Viewer through Control Panel ->
>> Administrative
>> Tools.
>> In Event Viewer, click on Application in the left hand column.
>> Look in the right hand pane for a recent entry with Winlogon as the Source
>> and
>> 1001 for the Event ID .
>> Double click on the entry to see the results.
>>
>> You might want to check the hard drive manufacturer's web site to see if
>> they
>> have a diagnostic utility available. If you're not sure what make and
>> model
>> hard
>> drive is installed in your computer, you can check System Information,
>> (Start ->
>> All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> System Information). This
>> utility
>> can also be accessed through Start -> Run -> msinfo32.exe. Look under
>> Components -> Storage -> Disks.
>>
>> If you prefer, you can use a program such as Everest Home Edition to find
>> out
>> who manufactured your hard drive.
>>
>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4181.html
>>
>> Here's a program which will test your system's RAM.
>>
>> Memtest86
>> http://www.memtest86.com/
>>
>> Testing a PSU is not something I'd recommend the average user attempt. If
>> a
>> PSU
>> is suspected, the usual procedure is to replace it with a known working
>> unit.
>>
>> Good luck
>>
>> Nepatsfan
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>

>
>
>
>




 
I just downloaded the Maxtor utility and all it did was to have me create a
bootable floppy drive.. I'm confused as to why.. since my Maxtor is my
second drive, not the one with windows on it.. Can I boot with a non windows
drive? I think I can but it didn't check my drive at all.. that's all it
did..

I looked at the memtest86, but this is always my problem.. there are several
to choose froom... b on the first choice and a on the second.. but don't
know which one..

Yes I ran the HD tune on both drives, and posted the results in my previous
email.. you must not have seen it..

As always any help appreciated.. Rainy

a.. Download - Linux Memtest86 v3.4 Source and binary Package
b.. Download - Pre-Compiled Memtest86 v3.4a installable from Windows and
DOS
ISO images suitable for creating a bootable Memtest86 CD-ROM
a.. Download - Memtest86 v3.4a ISO image (zip)
b.. Download - Memtest86 v3.4a ISO image (gzip)


"Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
news:u4N03K2lIHA.5024@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
There's a utility designed to check Maxtor hard drives available at the web
site
listed below. You might want to run it to confirm the results you got with
HD
Tune.

PowerMax v4.23
http://www.tacktech.com/pub/mirror/maxtor/PwrMxEn.exe

Just out of curiosity, have you run any tests on your C drive? I'm guessing
that
you have two hard drives in your computer.

Also, did you run memtest86? Did you check the BIOS for an error log?

Nepatsfan

"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:%239smkp1lIHA.4244@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> thanks Nepatsfan, for the response.. sorry I thought when the link said
> mem
> something, you were asking for me to check my memory.. stupid assumption
> on
> my part since we were talking about hard drive errors.. :( brother!!!
>
> I ran Everest and I determined my hard drive in question is my D
> Drive..which is a Maxtor Gl 080P0 but clicking on it, nothing appeared in
> the lower pane..
>
> When I went to maxtor.com and clicked on troubleshooting, it brought me to
> Seagate, I am assuming again.. lol that Seagate bought out Maxtor.. but of
> course I could be wrong.but got a little lost when I was there, not
> knowing
> what to click on..
>
> Checked my hard drive with the utitity you mentioned and this is what it
> said!! Unless I am reading this wrong, I am in pretty good shape. of
> course
> if you see something I don't.. please don't hesitate to tell me.. thanks!
>
> .I really do what to thank you for all your help.. it's the techs like
> yourself that make this group awesome!! :) hugs Rainy ps I could not take
> care of my computer without people like yourself! I don't have the money
> or
> means.. at least this way I can take care of it.. :)
>
> Drive D "The one in question"
>
> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Benchmark
>
> Transfer Rate Minimum : 31.0 MB/sec
> Transfer Rate Maximum : 63.6 MB/sec
> Transfer Rate Average : 53.2 MB/sec
> Access Time : 13.1 ms
> Burst Rate : 98.7 MB/sec
> CPU Usage : 6.8%
> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Error Scan
>
> Scanned data : 78135 MB
> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
> Elapsed Time : 0:33
> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Health
>
> ID Current Worst ThresholdData
> Status
> (03) Spin Up Time 227 227 63 5050 Ok
> (04) Start/Stop Count 253 253 0 47 Ok
> (05) Reallocated Sector Count 253 253 63 0 Ok
> (06) Read Channel Margin 253 253 100 0 Ok
> (07) Seek Error Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (08) Seek Time Performance 250 245 187 38019 Ok
> (09) Power On Hours Count 209 209 0 62528 Ok
> (0A) Spin Retry Count 253 252 157 0 Ok
> (0B) Calibration Retry Count 253 252 223 0 Ok
> (0C) Power Cycle Count 253 253 0 205 Ok
> (C0) Power Off Retract Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C1) Load Cycle Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C2) Temperature 38 253 0 44 Ok
> (C3) Hardware ECC Recovered 253 252 0 4096 Ok
> (C4) Reallocated Event Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C5) Current Pending Sector 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C6) Offline Uncorrectable 253 253 0 0 Ok
> (C7) Ultra DMA CRC Error Count 199 199 0 0 Ok
> (C8) Write Error Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (C9) TA Counter Detected 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (CA) TA Counter Increased 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (CB) Run Out Cancel 253 252 180 0 Ok
> (CC) Soft ECC Correction 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (CD) Thermal Asperity Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (CF) Spin High Current 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (D0) Spin Buzz 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (D1) Offline Seek Performance 241 241 0 145 Ok
> (D2) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (D3) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
> (D4) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
>
> Power On Time : 62528
> Health Status : Ok
> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Error Scan
>
> Scanned data : 78135 MB
> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
> Elapsed Time : 0:33
>
>
>
>
> Drive C
> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Benchmark
>
> Transfer Rate Minimum : 31.0 MB/sec
> Transfer Rate Maximum : 63.6 MB/sec
> Transfer Rate Average : 53.2 MB/sec
> Access Time : 13.1 ms
> Burst Rate : 98.7 MB/sec
> CPU Usage : 6.8%
>
> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Information
>
> Firmware version : 77.07W77
> Serial number : WD-WMADW1189991
> Capacity : 55.9 GB (~60.0 GB)
> Buffer size : 2048 KB
> Standard : ATA/ATAPI-6
> Supported mode : UDMA Mode 5 (Ultra ATA/100)
> Current mode : UDMA Mode 5 (Ultra ATA/100)
>
> S.M.A.R.T : yes
> 48-bit Address : yes
> Read Look-Ahead : yes
> Write Cache : yes
> Host Protected Area : yes
> Device Configuration Overlay : yes
> Automatic Acoustic Management: yes
> Power Management : yes
> Advanced Power Management : no
> Power-up in Standby : no
> Security Mode : yes
> Firmware Upgradable : yes
>
> Partition : 1
> Drive letter : C:\
> Label :
> Capacity : 57239 MB
> Usage : 71.91%
> Type : NTFS
> Bootable : Yes
>
> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Health
>
> ID Current Worst ThresholdData
> Status
> (01) Raw Read Error Rate 200 200 51 0 Ok
> (03) Spin Up Time 87 86 21 2158 Ok
> (04) Start/Stop Count 100 100 40 244 Ok
> (05) Reallocated Sector Count 200 200 140 0 Ok
> (07) Seek Error Rate 100 253 51 0 Ok
> (09) Power On Hours Count 74 74 0 19476 Ok
> (0A) Spin Retry Count 100 100 51 0 Ok
> (0B) Calibration Retry Count 100 100 51 0 Ok
> (0C) Power Cycle Count 100 100 0 231 Ok
> (C2) Temperature 100 253 0 43 Ok
> (C4) Reallocated Event Count 200 200 0 0 Ok
> (C5) Current Pending Sector 200 200 0 0 Ok
> (C6) Offline Uncorrectable 200 200 0 0 Ok
> (C7) Ultra DMA CRC Error Count 200 253 0 0 Ok
> (C8) Write Error Rate 200 85 51 0 Ok
>
> Power On Time : 19476
> Health Status : Ok
>
> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Error Scan
>
> Scanned data : 57219 MB
> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
> Elapsed Time : 0:36
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
> news:eBAJdV0lIHA.3636@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
> Rainy,
>
> You're right about Everest Home Edition. It's an updated version of
> Aida32.
>
> That said, the reason I suggested you download that program was to help
> identify
> your hard drive's make and model #, not to test your system's RAM. Look
> under
> the Storage branch for the Windows Storage entry. Your hard drive should
> be
> listed in the right hand pane. Click on it and information will be
> displayed
> in
> the lower pane. Once you identify the hard drive, you can go to the
> manufacturer's web site and see if they have a hard drive diagnostic
> utility
> available for download.
>
> Another option to test your hard drive is this program. The free version,
> 2.55,
> is fine. You don't have to download version 3.0.
>
> HD Tune
> http://www.hdtune.com/
>
> As for testing your system's RAM, you can run this program.
>
> Memtest86
> http://www.memtest86.com/
>
> Finally, it's PSU, not PCU. A PSU is your computer's Power Supply Unit.
> It's
> the
> box at the top of the case where the power cord is connected. On occasion,
> a
> malfunctioning power supply unit can cause your system to freeze. That's
> why
> I
> mentioned it in my earlier response. Testing a power supply unit isn't
> something
> that the average computer user should attempt. As I stated earlier, if the
> power
> supply unit is suspected of being defective, replace it with a new one.
> This
> would be done after all other suspects have been eliminated.
>
> Sorry for the confusion,
>
> Nepatsfan
>
> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
> news:OOXd2A0lIHA.5660@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
>> Hi Nepatsfnh, Yes I have been a member of this group for some time.. and
>> have gotten some wonderful information here... I back up regularly and
>> after
>> this happened this morning, I began the process of backing up once
>> again..
>> it takes all day.. such a chore, but if I don't want to lose what I have
>> it's necessary :) I just downloaded Everest seems like it's similar to
>> Belarc Advisor, or Aida32.. here is what it said about my ram
>>
>> --------[ EVEREST Home Edition (c) 2003-2005 Lavalys,
>> Inc. ]------------------------------------------------------------
>>
>> Version EVEREST v2.20.405
>> Homepage
>> http://www.lavalys.com/
>> Report Type Quick Report
>> Computer MYCOMPUTER
>> Generator Rainy
>> Operating System Microsoft Windows XP
>> Home Edition 5.1.2600 (WinXP Retail)
>> Date 2008-04-05
>> Time 11:55
>>
>>
>> --------[
>> Memory ]------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>
>> Physical Memory:
>> Total 1023 MB
>> Used 367 MB
>> Free 655 MB
>> Utilization 36 %
>>
>> Swap Space:
>> Total 2462 MB
>> Used 381 MB
>> Free 2080 MB
>> Utilization 15 %
>>
>> Virtual Memory:
>> Total 3485 MB
>> Used 748 MB
>> Free 2736 MB
>> Utilization 21 %
>>
>> Physical Address Extension (PAE):
>> Supported by Operating System Yes
>> Supported by CPU Yes
>> Active No
>>
>> If you see anything that could be a concern to me, please let me know. If
>> there is anything I can change, like swap size which will help my
>> computer,
>> I would love to know..
>>
>> . I don't know what PCU is... sorry if this is a lame question..:) but
>> have
>> never to my recollection seen PCwith a U after it.. Information
>> appreciated
>> Rainy
>>
>>
>>
>> I downloaded
>> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
>> news:%23vFRfAzlIHA.1212@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
>> news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was
>>> forced
>>> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware
>>> Monitor
>>> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1
>>> to
>>> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
>>> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was
>>> checking
>>> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and
>>> even
>>> an
>>> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do
>>> to
>>> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
>>> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..
>>>
>>>

>>
>>
>> Rainy,
>>
>> You've been around here long enough to know this first point already. I'm
>> including it for the benefit of others.
>>
>> Your first priority should be to make sure all your important files are
>> backed
>> up. CD/DVDs are preferable but an external hard drive will do if that's
>> all
>> you
>> have available. Once you've done that, test the backup to make sure you
>> can
>> restore your files in a worst case scenario.
>>
>> Now, back to your problem. Odds are this is a hardware issue. The usual
>> suspects
>> are your hard drive, power supply unit, or memory.
>>
>> If you're curious about what the Hardware Monitor error was, you will
>> have
>> to
>> get into your system's BIOS and look for an error report. Look on the
>> screen
>> when your computer first boots for the key you need to hit to access the
>> BIOS
>> setup program. F2 and DEL are the most common ones.
>>
>> To view the chkdsk results, do the following;
>>
>> Go to Start -> Run and enter eventvwr.msc in the Open box.
>> Note: You can also access Event Viewer through Control Panel ->
>> Administrative
>> Tools.
>> In Event Viewer, click on Application in the left hand column.
>> Look in the right hand pane for a recent entry with Winlogon as the
>> Source
>> and
>> 1001 for the Event ID .
>> Double click on the entry to see the results.
>>
>> You might want to check the hard drive manufacturer's web site to see if
>> they
>> have a diagnostic utility available. If you're not sure what make and
>> model
>> hard
>> drive is installed in your computer, you can check System Information,
>> (Start ->
>> All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> System Information). This
>> utility
>> can also be accessed through Start -> Run -> msinfo32.exe. Look under
>> Components -> Storage -> Disks.
>>
>> If you prefer, you can use a program such as Everest Home Edition to find
>> out
>> who manufactured your hard drive.
>>
>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4181.html
>>
>> Here's a program which will test your system's RAM.
>>
>> Memtest86
>> http://www.memtest86.com/
>>
>> Testing a PSU is not something I'd recommend the average user attempt. If
>> a
>> PSU
>> is suspected, the usual procedure is to replace it with a known working
>> unit.
>>
>> Good luck
>>
>> Nepatsfan
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>

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Answered inline.

"Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
news:u0sdvB3lIHA.5660@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
>I just downloaded the Maxtor utility and all it did was to have me create a
> bootable floppy drive.. I'm confused as to why.. since my Maxtor is my
> second drive, not the one with windows on it.. Can I boot with a non windows
> drive? I think I can but it didn't check my drive at all.. that's all it
> did..


After booting from the floppy, hit the F8 key twice. You should now be able to
select the Maxtor drive by using the down arrow key. Keep in mind that since
you've already gotten good results from HD Tune, running this test is sort of
like asking for a second opinion.

>
> I looked at the memtest86, but this is always my problem.. there are several
> to choose froom... b on the first choice and a on the second.. but don't
> know which one..
>


Download this file from the Memtest86 web site.

Pre-Compiled Memtest86 v3.4a installable from Windows and DOS
http://www.memtest86.com/memtest34a.zip

Open the zip file and extract the contents. Put a blank floppy in the drive. Run
Install.bat and answer A: when asked for the target drive. Boot from the floppy
to test your RAM. Keep in mind that the default tests could take a long time to
run.

Microsoft also has a memory diagnostic program which you may find easier to use.
Once again, it will create a bootable floppy to run the test.

Windows Memory Diagnostic
http://oca.microsoft.com/en/windiag.asp

Good luck

Nepatsfan


> Yes I ran the HD tune on both drives, and posted the results in my previous
> email.. you must not have seen it..
>
> As always any help appreciated.. Rainy
>
> a.. Download - Linux Memtest86 v3.4 Source and binary Package
> b.. Download - Pre-Compiled Memtest86 v3.4a installable from Windows and
> DOS
> ISO images suitable for creating a bootable Memtest86 CD-ROM
> a.. Download - Memtest86 v3.4a ISO image (zip)
> b.. Download - Memtest86 v3.4a ISO image (gzip)
>
>
> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
> news:u4N03K2lIHA.5024@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
> There's a utility designed to check Maxtor hard drives available at the web
> site
> listed below. You might want to run it to confirm the results you got with
> HD
> Tune.
>
> PowerMax v4.23
> http://www.tacktech.com/pub/mirror/maxtor/PwrMxEn.exe
>
> Just out of curiosity, have you run any tests on your C drive? I'm guessing
> that
> you have two hard drives in your computer.
>
> Also, did you run memtest86? Did you check the BIOS for an error log?
>
> Nepatsfan
>
> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
> news:%239smkp1lIHA.4244@TK2MSFTNGP06.phx.gbl...
>> thanks Nepatsfan, for the response.. sorry I thought when the link said
>> mem
>> something, you were asking for me to check my memory.. stupid assumption
>> on
>> my part since we were talking about hard drive errors.. :( brother!!!
>>
>> I ran Everest and I determined my hard drive in question is my D
>> Drive..which is a Maxtor Gl 080P0 but clicking on it, nothing appeared in
>> the lower pane..
>>
>> When I went to maxtor.com and clicked on troubleshooting, it brought me to
>> Seagate, I am assuming again.. lol that Seagate bought out Maxtor.. but of
>> course I could be wrong.but got a little lost when I was there, not
>> knowing
>> what to click on..
>>
>> Checked my hard drive with the utitity you mentioned and this is what it
>> said!! Unless I am reading this wrong, I am in pretty good shape. of
>> course
>> if you see something I don't.. please don't hesitate to tell me.. thanks!
>>
>> .I really do what to thank you for all your help.. it's the techs like
>> yourself that make this group awesome!! :) hugs Rainy ps I could not take
>> care of my computer without people like yourself! I don't have the money
>> or
>> means.. at least this way I can take care of it.. :)
>>
>> Drive D "The one in question"
>>
>> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Benchmark
>>
>> Transfer Rate Minimum : 31.0 MB/sec
>> Transfer Rate Maximum : 63.6 MB/sec
>> Transfer Rate Average : 53.2 MB/sec
>> Access Time : 13.1 ms
>> Burst Rate : 98.7 MB/sec
>> CPU Usage : 6.8%
>> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Error Scan
>>
>> Scanned data : 78135 MB
>> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
>> Elapsed Time : 0:33
>> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Health
>>
>> ID Current Worst ThresholdData
>> Status
>> (03) Spin Up Time 227 227 63 5050 Ok
>> (04) Start/Stop Count 253 253 0 47 Ok
>> (05) Reallocated Sector Count 253 253 63 0 Ok
>> (06) Read Channel Margin 253 253 100 0 Ok
>> (07) Seek Error Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (08) Seek Time Performance 250 245 187 38019 Ok
>> (09) Power On Hours Count 209 209 0 62528 Ok
>> (0A) Spin Retry Count 253 252 157 0 Ok
>> (0B) Calibration Retry Count 253 252 223 0 Ok
>> (0C) Power Cycle Count 253 253 0 205 Ok
>> (C0) Power Off Retract Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
>> (C1) Load Cycle Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
>> (C2) Temperature 38 253 0 44 Ok
>> (C3) Hardware ECC Recovered 253 252 0 4096 Ok
>> (C4) Reallocated Event Count 253 253 0 0 Ok
>> (C5) Current Pending Sector 253 253 0 0 Ok
>> (C6) Offline Uncorrectable 253 253 0 0 Ok
>> (C7) Ultra DMA CRC Error Count 199 199 0 0 Ok
>> (C8) Write Error Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (C9) TA Counter Detected 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (CA) TA Counter Increased 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (CB) Run Out Cancel 253 252 180 0 Ok
>> (CC) Soft ECC Correction 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (CD) Thermal Asperity Rate 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (CF) Spin High Current 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (D0) Spin Buzz 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (D1) Offline Seek Performance 241 241 0 145 Ok
>> (D2) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (D3) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
>> (D4) (unknown attribute) 253 252 0 0 Ok
>>
>> Power On Time : 62528
>> Health Status : Ok
>> HD Tune: Maxtor 6L080P0 Error Scan
>>
>> Scanned data : 78135 MB
>> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
>> Elapsed Time : 0:33
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Drive C
>> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Benchmark
>>
>> Transfer Rate Minimum : 31.0 MB/sec
>> Transfer Rate Maximum : 63.6 MB/sec
>> Transfer Rate Average : 53.2 MB/sec
>> Access Time : 13.1 ms
>> Burst Rate : 98.7 MB/sec
>> CPU Usage : 6.8%
>>
>> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Information
>>
>> Firmware version : 77.07W77
>> Serial number : WD-WMADW1189991
>> Capacity : 55.9 GB (~60.0 GB)
>> Buffer size : 2048 KB
>> Standard : ATA/ATAPI-6
>> Supported mode : UDMA Mode 5 (Ultra ATA/100)
>> Current mode : UDMA Mode 5 (Ultra ATA/100)
>>
>> S.M.A.R.T : yes
>> 48-bit Address : yes
>> Read Look-Ahead : yes
>> Write Cache : yes
>> Host Protected Area : yes
>> Device Configuration Overlay : yes
>> Automatic Acoustic Management: yes
>> Power Management : yes
>> Advanced Power Management : no
>> Power-up in Standby : no
>> Security Mode : yes
>> Firmware Upgradable : yes
>>
>> Partition : 1
>> Drive letter : C:\
>> Label :
>> Capacity : 57239 MB
>> Usage : 71.91%
>> Type : NTFS
>> Bootable : Yes
>>
>> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Health
>>
>> ID Current Worst ThresholdData
>> Status
>> (01) Raw Read Error Rate 200 200 51 0 Ok
>> (03) Spin Up Time 87 86 21 2158 Ok
>> (04) Start/Stop Count 100 100 40 244 Ok
>> (05) Reallocated Sector Count 200 200 140 0 Ok
>> (07) Seek Error Rate 100 253 51 0 Ok
>> (09) Power On Hours Count 74 74 0 19476 Ok
>> (0A) Spin Retry Count 100 100 51 0 Ok
>> (0B) Calibration Retry Count 100 100 51 0 Ok
>> (0C) Power Cycle Count 100 100 0 231 Ok
>> (C2) Temperature 100 253 0 43 Ok
>> (C4) Reallocated Event Count 200 200 0 0 Ok
>> (C5) Current Pending Sector 200 200 0 0 Ok
>> (C6) Offline Uncorrectable 200 200 0 0 Ok
>> (C7) Ultra DMA CRC Error Count 200 253 0 0 Ok
>> (C8) Write Error Rate 200 85 51 0 Ok
>>
>> Power On Time : 19476
>> Health Status : Ok
>>
>> HD Tune: WDC WD600LB-55DNA0 Error Scan
>>
>> Scanned data : 57219 MB
>> Damaged Blocks : 0.0 %
>> Elapsed Time : 0:36
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
>> news:eBAJdV0lIHA.3636@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
>> Rainy,
>>
>> You're right about Everest Home Edition. It's an updated version of
>> Aida32.
>>
>> That said, the reason I suggested you download that program was to help
>> identify
>> your hard drive's make and model #, not to test your system's RAM. Look
>> under
>> the Storage branch for the Windows Storage entry. Your hard drive should
>> be
>> listed in the right hand pane. Click on it and information will be
>> displayed
>> in
>> the lower pane. Once you identify the hard drive, you can go to the
>> manufacturer's web site and see if they have a hard drive diagnostic
>> utility
>> available for download.
>>
>> Another option to test your hard drive is this program. The free version,
>> 2.55,
>> is fine. You don't have to download version 3.0.
>>
>> HD Tune
>> http://www.hdtune.com/
>>
>> As for testing your system's RAM, you can run this program.
>>
>> Memtest86
>> http://www.memtest86.com/
>>
>> Finally, it's PSU, not PCU. A PSU is your computer's Power Supply Unit.
>> It's
>> the
>> box at the top of the case where the power cord is connected. On occasion,
>> a
>> malfunctioning power supply unit can cause your system to freeze. That's
>> why
>> I
>> mentioned it in my earlier response. Testing a power supply unit isn't
>> something
>> that the average computer user should attempt. As I stated earlier, if the
>> power
>> supply unit is suspected of being defective, replace it with a new one.
>> This
>> would be done after all other suspects have been eliminated.
>>
>> Sorry for the confusion,
>>
>> Nepatsfan
>>
>> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
>> news:OOXd2A0lIHA.5660@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl...
>>> Hi Nepatsfnh, Yes I have been a member of this group for some time.. and
>>> have gotten some wonderful information here... I back up regularly and
>>> after
>>> this happened this morning, I began the process of backing up once
>>> again..
>>> it takes all day.. such a chore, but if I don't want to lose what I have
>>> it's necessary :) I just downloaded Everest seems like it's similar to
>>> Belarc Advisor, or Aida32.. here is what it said about my ram
>>>
>>> --------[ EVEREST Home Edition (c) 2003-2005 Lavalys,
>>> Inc. ]------------------------------------------------------------
>>>
>>> Version EVEREST v2.20.405
>>> Homepage
>>> http://www.lavalys.com/
>>> Report Type Quick Report
>>> Computer MYCOMPUTER
>>> Generator Rainy
>>> Operating System Microsoft Windows XP
>>> Home Edition 5.1.2600 (WinXP Retail)
>>> Date 2008-04-05
>>> Time 11:55
>>>
>>>
>>> --------[
>>> Memory ]------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>>>
>>> Physical Memory:
>>> Total 1023 MB
>>> Used 367 MB
>>> Free 655 MB
>>> Utilization 36 %
>>>
>>> Swap Space:
>>> Total 2462 MB
>>> Used 381 MB
>>> Free 2080 MB
>>> Utilization 15 %
>>>
>>> Virtual Memory:
>>> Total 3485 MB
>>> Used 748 MB
>>> Free 2736 MB
>>> Utilization 21 %
>>>
>>> Physical Address Extension (PAE):
>>> Supported by Operating System Yes
>>> Supported by CPU Yes
>>> Active No
>>>
>>> If you see anything that could be a concern to me, please let me know. If
>>> there is anything I can change, like swap size which will help my
>>> computer,
>>> I would love to know..
>>>
>>> . I don't know what PCU is... sorry if this is a lame question..:) but
>>> have
>>> never to my recollection seen PCwith a U after it.. Information
>>> appreciated
>>> Rainy
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I downloaded
>>> "Nepatsfan" <nepatsfan@SBXXXIX.com> wrote in message
>>> news:%23vFRfAzlIHA.1212@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>> "Rainy" <sweetwrapz@mchsi.com> wrote in message
>>> news:OdZt15xlIHA.944@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl...
>>>> Hi..this morning after waking up, I found my computer frozen, and was
>>>> forced
>>>> to at first restart which let me to a screen that told me Hardware
>>>> Monitor
>>>> found an error and to click F! to continue.. I was not able to get F1
>>>> to
>>>> respond, and after trying a couple of times to turn off my computer
>>>> manually, I was finally able to get to a screen where Chkdsk was
>>>> checking
>>>> for errors.. it seemed to fix them, finding several minor errors and
>>>> even
>>>> an
>>>> error in a gif file. Can someone tell me if there is something I can do
>>>> to
>>>> fix the problem or if chkdsk corrected the errors, and is everything ok
>>>> now??? :) sure hope so! Appreciate any response, thanks Rainy..
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Rainy,
>>>
>>> You've been around here long enough to know this first point already. I'm
>>> including it for the benefit of others.
>>>
>>> Your first priority should be to make sure all your important files are
>>> backed
>>> up. CD/DVDs are preferable but an external hard drive will do if that's
>>> all
>>> you
>>> have available. Once you've done that, test the backup to make sure you
>>> can
>>> restore your files in a worst case scenario.
>>>
>>> Now, back to your problem. Odds are this is a hardware issue. The usual
>>> suspects
>>> are your hard drive, power supply unit, or memory.
>>>
>>> If you're curious about what the Hardware Monitor error was, you will
>>> have
>>> to
>>> get into your system's BIOS and look for an error report. Look on the
>>> screen
>>> when your computer first boots for the key you need to hit to access the
>>> BIOS
>>> setup program. F2 and DEL are the most common ones.
>>>
>>> To view the chkdsk results, do the following;
>>>
>>> Go to Start -> Run and enter eventvwr.msc in the Open box.
>>> Note: You can also access Event Viewer through Control Panel ->
>>> Administrative
>>> Tools.
>>> In Event Viewer, click on Application in the left hand column.
>>> Look in the right hand pane for a recent entry with Winlogon as the
>>> Source
>>> and
>>> 1001 for the Event ID .
>>> Double click on the entry to see the results.
>>>
>>> You might want to check the hard drive manufacturer's web site to see if
>>> they
>>> have a diagnostic utility available. If you're not sure what make and
>>> model
>>> hard
>>> drive is installed in your computer, you can check System Information,
>>> (Start ->
>>> All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -> System Information). This
>>> utility
>>> can also be accessed through Start -> Run -> msinfo32.exe. Look under
>>> Components -> Storage -> Disks.
>>>
>>> If you prefer, you can use a program such as Everest Home Edition to find
>>> out
>>> who manufactured your hard drive.
>>>
>>> http://www.majorgeeks.com/download4181.html
>>>
>>> Here's a program which will test your system's RAM.
>>>
>>> Memtest86
>>> http://www.memtest86.com/
>>>
>>> Testing a PSU is not something I'd recommend the average user attempt. If
>>> a
>>> PSU
>>> is suspected, the usual procedure is to replace it with a known working
>>> unit.
>>>
>>> Good luck
>>>
>>> Nepatsfan
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>

>>
>>
>>
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