Error.check.(Scandisk); Optimization.(Defrag); When.specific.software.does.not.run - Buffalo HD-QLU3R5 User Manual

Windows includes a tool for finding and fixing hard drive errors. To ensure reliable operation, regular
drive checks are recommended.
Notes: • For more information on ScanDisk, see Windows Help.
• Mac OS doesn't include a hard drive error checking utility. To perform a drive check from a
Mac, use a third-party utility.
When a hard drive is used over an extended period of time, repeated writing and deleting of files
causes gradual separation and fragmentation of the file pieces stored on the hard drive. This is called
fragmentation. It takes longer to read or write a fragmented file because numerous different locations
on the drive must be accessed.
The process of properly reorganizing a file that has become fragmented in this way is called
defragmentation. Optimization of a hard drive results in faster drive access speeds.
Windows includes a tool for optimizing fragmented hard drives. Periodic optimization is recommended
to ensure maximum performance of your hard drives.
Notes: • For the optimization procedure, see Windows Help or the manual.
• Mac OS does not include a tool for optimizing the hard drive. To perform hard drive
optimization, use a third-party utility.
When Specific Software Does Not Run
Software designed for standard internal hard drives may not work with the DriveStation. Check your
software specifications to make sure that it is compatible with USB hard drives.
Error Check (ScanDisk)
Optimization (Defrag)
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