I recently wiped my computer clean to start fresh. I performed the Secure Erase process on my 1TB Samsung SSD 850 Evo by disconnecting and reconnecting the SATA data and power cables as instructed in the Samsung Magician Boot Software. When I reconnected both cables and checked that they were properly connected, I noticed that the data cable wiggled a little bit. For safety reasons, I shut down my computer to check over that cable. As a cautious person when it comes to computer hardware, I gave the cable a little pull to see if the plug still stayed in the port. It did not come loose from being gently pulled. I went ahead and proceeded to reinstall Windows 10. So far, I have not encountered any problems with Windows and carried out diagnostic procedures on both Windows and the hard drives using Windows Defender, Performance Monitor, System File Checker, Deployment Image Servicing and Management, Samsung Magician, and HDDScan and they all detected no problems.
My questions are:
Thanks.
My questions are:
- Should I be good with the existing SATA data cable connected to my SSD or should I replace the cable?
- If I were to replace the cable, would I have to reinstall Windows or would it be just a simple power down the PC, switch the cable, power up the PC, and continue my business as usual?
Thanks.