HD temps

[SilverDrag]

what are good temps for hdd operation in order to insure it a long life?

[HMS1193]

The best temps are between about 35-40 C, with below 30 C increasing the instance of failures a lot.

[SilverDrag]

im getting 34 is that fine?

[HMS1193]

Yep its fine , im getting 34 too , just dont let it go below 30 C ...

[SilverDrag]

but why? isnt it better to have a cooler pc?

[usmankh10]

Yep its fine , im getting 34 too , just dont let it go below 30 C ...

if temps of hdd goes below 30 C tu pc mein heater lga la :P

[SilverDrag]

i dont understand

[FaridAhmed]

i dont understand why is below 30 not good

[HMS1193]

Running drives at or below 25° C involves a risk of condensation damage to the hard disk.

[SilverDrag]

oh okay !!