The Lifespan of an HDD?

mekyle99

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I've had this HDD for 3 years now, and I've also read that they have a lifespan of 3 years, so I'm a bit worried. Is this true?
 
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I've personally had drives die at 5 weeks.
I also have other drives that are still going (semi)strong after 15 years.
I've seen other drives dead on the first day.

All drives die eventually.
A good backup routine is your best friend.


I've personally had drives die at 5 weeks.
I also have other drives that are still going (semi)strong after 15 years.
I've seen other drives dead on the first day.

All drives die eventually.
A good backup routine is your best friend.
 
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