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Instructions for installing and using CrystalDiskInfo to check hard drives

Hard drives are an important part of a computer, but over time, they can fail without the user realizing it. CrystalDiskInfo is a software that helps check the health of hard drives using SMART technology. With a simple interface, the software provides detailed information about temperature, uptime, and hard drive error warnings.

CrystalDiskInfo helps monitor hard drive health in detail. The software provides important parameters such as temperature, rotation speed and SMART error warnings, helping users detect and prevent early damage.

How to download and use the software

Step 1:

You download the software and proceed to install. Open the software storage drive then double click

CrystalDiskInfo is open source software so it is free. It is easy to use so you can see SMART parameters quickly.

Step 2: Click Next

Step 3: Select I accept the agreement . Continue to click Next 

Step 4: Select the path and click Next

Step 5: Here you can rename the software, select Next

Step 6: Continue to select Next

Step 7: Click Install

Step 8: Select Finish to complete the installation process

And this is the interface when the installation is complete.

In addition to manually checking the hard drive status, you can use CrystalDiskInfo to quickly monitor the health of your laptop and PC hard drives. If you need more testing methods, you can combine it with other tools such as HDDScan or Hard Disk Sentinel for a more accurate assessment.

Update 25 February 2025