Khaberni - As the amount of data stored on computers increases, many today rely on solid-state drives (SSDs), due to their much higher speed compared to traditional disk drives.
But this type of drive also has a limited lifespan, as each read and write cycle gradually affects its internal components, making disk failure just a matter of time.
Therefore, it is wise to recognize early warning signs indicating that the drive is nearing the end of its operational life.
Sudden Slowness
If you notice that your device takes longer to perform its daily tasks, from opening applications to navigating between files, the reason may be one of the storage components.
Over time, repeated write cycles affect the memory cells in the SSD, significantly slowing down the read and write process.
Inability to Read
Among the most clear signs is the system's failure to read or open a file, or the inability to save new data. In the case of the SSD, this is not due to mechanical damage as in HDDs, but to worn-out cells that are no longer able to function properly.
As this phenomenon expands, using the disk becomes risky, and seriously considering replacing it should be a priority.
Boot Problems
If your computer faces problems booting or stays stuck on the startup screen, or suddenly stops, the problem may be traced back to damaged essential storage sectors in the SSD.
While other causes such as cables or BIOS settings can lead to the same symptoms, a recurrence of the issue after ruling out other causes is a strong indicator of storage disk deterioration.
Blue Screen
Sudden system freezes, unexpected restarts, or the appearance of a blue screen of death are common signs of hardware and software failures.
But if these failures are continuous, and after excluding driver updates or other hardware issues, they may be linked to the recurrent damage to the data storage cells in the SSD.
Decreased Rating
Many disk diagnostic tools such as "CrystalDiskInfo" provide detailed information about the disk state like the number of write cycles, temperature, and the number of damaged sectors, etc.
A drop in the health rating in these tools, alongside an increase in operating temperature, indicates that the SSD's lifespan is about to end.
It should be noted that although SSDs are faster and more efficient compared to old mechanical disks, their lifespan is not eternal.
When the aforementioned signs appear, it serves as a warning that the disk may be close to failure.
Thus, it is always recommended to regularly back up data, monitor disk state regularly, and begin planning for its replacement when signs of deterioration appear.
