{"id":9191,"date":"2023-10-19T20:27:53","date_gmt":"2023-10-19T20:27:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/?p=9191"},"modified":"2025-10-09T21:18:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T21:18:37","slug":"windows-cannot-access-the-disk-usb-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-cannot-access-the-disk-usb-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"[EASY GUIDE] How to Fix &#8220;Windows Detected a Hard Disk Problem&#8221; Error"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It is only natural to start worrying when you encounter <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-disk-errors-in-windows-10-using-manual-commands\/\">disk errors<\/a> on Windows. One message dialog that makes users panic reads this:<\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cWindows detected a hard disk problem.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>\u201cBack up your files immediately to prevent information loss, and then contact the computer manufacturer to determine if you need to repair or replace the disk.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The dialog also gives you options to back up your files or set a reminder to show up later.<\/p>\n<p>This error message generally warns you of serious issues that can result in complete data loss.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re one of the users asking, \u201cHow do I fix disk errors in Windows 10 without using any software?\u201d because you keep seeing the dialog, we\u2019ve got you covered. We will show you ways to resolve the issue using built-in Windows tools and reliable third-party software.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/fix-hard-disk-errors-303-305\/\">Ultimate Guide: Fix Hard Disk Errors 303, 305 &amp; SMART 301<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Method 1: Checking Your Drive\u2019s Health<\/h2>\n<p>Before digging into how to fix drive errors, knowing if your drive is healthy or malfunctioning will be helpful. You can learn about your hard drive\u2019s condition using different built-in Windows tools. They include the Security and Maintenance section of the Control Panel, the Error Checking tool, and the SMART function.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ll go through the different tools one after the other.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Using Control Panel\u2019s Security and Maintenance section:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">On your keyboard, press the <code>Windows Key<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type <code>Control Panel<\/code>, then hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <em>System and Security<\/em> and click <em>Security and Maintenance<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Windows-10-System-And-Security.png\" alt=\"Select System and Security and click Security and Maintenance.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Inside the <em>Security and Maintenance<\/em> page, click <em>Maintenance<\/em> to expand its contents.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll down until you find <em>Drive status<\/em>. You will be able to see existing hard drive issues here. Otherwise, the section will display a message saying, \u201c<em>All drives are working properly<\/em>.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/All-drives-are-working-properly.png\" alt=\"Scroll down until you find Drive status.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Using the SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) test:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <em>Start<\/em> menu and launch <em>Command Prompt<\/em> as an administrator. Type <code>CMD<\/code> and click <em>Run as Administrator<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type the following command and hit the <code>Enter<\/code> button:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre>wmic diskdrive get model,status<\/pre>\n<p>You\u2019ll see a simple <em>OK<\/em> message under status if everything is alright with your disk.<\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/CWindowsSystem32.png\" alt=\"Type the following command and hit the Enter button\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Using the Error Checking tool:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch <em>File Explorer<\/em>, right-click your drive in the left navigation pane and select <em>Properties<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Windows-Properties.png\" alt=\"Launch File Explorer, right-click your drive in the left navigation pane and select Properties.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <em>Tools<\/em> tab of the <em>Properties<\/em> dialog and click <em>Check<\/em> under <em>Error checking<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/This-option-will-check-the-drive-for-file-system.png\" alt=\"Go to the Tools tab of the Properties dialog and click Check under Error checking.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You\u2019ll get a quick response telling you you do not need to check the drive to see if everything is alright. On the other hand, the dialog may read, \u201c <em>Windows found errors on this drive <\/em>\u201d if the hard drive has problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/You-dont-need-to-scan-this-drive.png\" alt=\"On the other hand, the dialog may read, \u201cWindows found errors on this drive\u201d if the hard drive has problems.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/hard-drive-diagnostics\/\">How to Run Hard Drive Diagnostics on Windows PC?<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Method 2: Using Startup Repair<\/h2>\n<p>You need a Windows 10 installation disc or bootable USB drive to use the Startup Repair feature. The feature is Microsoft\u2019s built-in tool for <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/troubleshoot\/windows-client\/performance\/windows-boot-issues-troubleshooting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">troubleshooting boot-related issues<\/a>. It can clear the \u201cWindows detected a hard disk problem\u201d dialog if your hard drive\u2019s boot sector is causing the issue.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-use-windows-10-media-creation-tool\/\">How to Get And Use Windows 10 Media Creation Tool<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>These steps will show you how to fix disk errors using Startup Repair:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Plug the bootable USB drive or insert the installation disc into your computer.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press the power button to turn on your computer.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Plug the bootable USB drive or insert the installation disc into your computer.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Press the power button to turn on your computer.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Remember to press the <em>Boot Menu<\/em> option key immediately after your system starts. Usually, you can enter the <em>Boot Menu<\/em> by pressing <code>F12<\/code> on your keyboard. However, the key varies. So, it is best that you consult your motherboard manual.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-change-boot-order-in-bios-in-windows-10-11\/\">How to Change Boot Order in BIOS in Windows 10\/11<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select the bootable USB drive by pressing your keyboard&#8217;s up\/down keys.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once you\u2019ve selected the bootable USB drive, hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">When you reach the <em>Windows setup<\/em> screen, click <em>Next<\/em>, then select <em>Repair your Computer<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Follow this path:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Troubleshoot -&gt;Advanced options -&gt;Start-up Repair <\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Choose-an-option-troubleshoot-Advanced-1.png\" alt=\"Troubleshoot -&gt;Advanced options -&gt;Start-up Repair\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"notebox_lite\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox_lite__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Startup Repair will begin to fix your system.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After the repair process is complete, unplug your bootable USB drive.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Restart your computer and let your system boot normally.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-fix-pc-freezing-after-startup\/\">How to Speed Up Windows 10 Startup and Make Your PC Boot Faster?<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Method 3: Using CHKDSK<\/h2>\n<p>One of the great things about Windows is its tool that can find and fix errors on hard drives. By using the <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows-server\/administration\/windows-commands\/chkdsk?tabs=event-viewer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">CHKDSK utility<\/a>, you will be able to resolve most issues that cause your hard drive to become inaccessible.<\/p>\n<p>You can follow our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-guide-how-to-check-for-and-fix-disk-errors-with-chkdsk-command\/\">checking for and fixing disk errors with CHKDSK <\/a> to use the tool.<\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-block cta-block_native top\" data-cta-type=\"native\" data-cta-position=\"middle\">\r\n\t<div class=\"cta-block__top\">PRO TIP<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__text_native\">To ensure that your essential files won\u2019t end up in your hard drive\u2019s bad sectors, use  <a href=\"\/en\/software\/disk-defrag-pro\/after-download\/\">Auslogics Disk Defrag Ultimate.<\/a>  This tool uses four algorithms for intelligent and safe file placement. The best part is that Auslogics Disk Defrag Ultimate optimizes your drives\u2019 performance.<\/p>\n<p>So, once the process is complete, you will notice shorter application startup times and a general improvement in the speed of your PC.<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cta-block__btn-group top\">\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__download-btn\" href=\"\/en\/software\/disk-defrag-pro\/after-download\/\">Download for Free<\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"cta-block__learn-more\" href=\"\/en\/software\/disk-defrag-pro\/\">Learn More<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n<h2>Method 4: Using Auslogics BoostSpeed\u2019s Disk Tools<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a> is a system optimization program designed to improve your computer\u2019s overall performance. It has numerous tools dedicated to different PC hardware and software components.<\/p>\n<p>Its range of disk tools can help you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/beginners-guide-to-disk-defragmentation\/\">defragment your hard drive<\/a>, find and fix disk errors, recover files, and free up storage space.<\/p>\n<p>The Disk Doctor can show you why Windows 10 detected a hard disk problem . Follow these steps to use it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Download and install <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/software\/boost-speed\/\">Auslogics BoostSpeed<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Switch to <em>Advanced mode<\/em> after the dashboard appears and click <em>My Tools<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Auslogics-BoostSpeed-13-Advanced-Mode.png\" alt=\"Auslogics BoostSpeed 13. Advanced Mode\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <em>Disk Tools<\/em> section and select <em>Disk Doctor<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Auslogics-BoostSpeed-13-Disk-Tools.png\" alt=\"Go to the Disk Tools section and select Disk Doctor.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select the drive you want to scan.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Before you start the scan, you can go to the bottom of the screen and switch to the <em>S.M.A.R.T.<\/em> tab to check the drive\u2019s status.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You can now click on the <em>Scan<\/em> button to check for errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Auslogics-BoostSpeed-13-SMART.png\" alt=\"You can now click on the Scan button to check for errors.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Middle_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"4017758677\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/auslogics-boostspeed-13-get-your-pc-in-shape\/\">Speed Up Slow Computer as a Pro \u2013 Introducing Auslogics BoostSpeed 13<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Method 5: Using the Repair-Volume cmdlet in Windows PowerShell<\/h2>\n<p>Now, you might ask, \u201cHow do I fix a disk error with a manual command on Windows 10?\u201d Well, you can access <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/powershell\/scripting\/overview?view=powershell-7.3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Windows PowerShell<\/a> and use the <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/powershell\/module\/storage\/repair-volume?view=windowsserver2022-ps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Repair-Volume command<\/a>. It\u2019s a built-in utility similar to CHKDSK, designed to find and fix hard drive errors . It can potentially find issues triggering the \u201cWindows found errors on this drive\u201d issue and resolve them.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to fix hard drive errors through Windows PowerShell :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to your taskbar, then right-click the <em>Windows icon<\/em>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Select <em>Windows PowerShell (Admin)<\/em> from the options. If you\u2019re on Windows 11, select <em>Terminal (Admin)<\/em>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Windows-10-Terminal-Admin.png\" alt=\"Select Windows PowerShell (Admin) from the options. If you\u2019re on Windows 11, select Terminal (Admin).\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Once <em>Windows PowerShell (Admin)<\/em> is up, type <code>Repair-Volume -DriveLetter C -Scan <\/code> and hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"notebox_lite\">\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox_lite__heading\">Note<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"notebox__text\">Remember to replace \u201c<em>C<\/em>\u201d with the appropriate drive letter. If the affected drive is the C drive, leave it as it is. By running this command, your system scans the hard drive volume for issues.<\/p>\n<p>If you have multiple drives, you can type their drive letters beside each other without spaces, and the tool will scan them. For example, you can scan drives C, D, and E using the following command:<\/p>\n<pre>Repair-Volume -DriveLetter CDE -Scan<\/pre>\n<p>Press <code>Enter<\/code> to proceed. If the results show errors, run the command in the next step.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Type <code>Repair-Volume C \u2013OfflineScanAndFix<\/code>, then hit <code>Enter<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After running the commands above, restart your computer.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Repeat Steps 1 to 2, then type <code>Repair-Volume C \u2013Scan<\/code>. Hit <code>Enter<\/code> to see if the errors have been fixed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/most-useful-powershell-commands-cheat-sheet-with-examples\/\">Most Useful Powershell Commands: Cheat Sheet with Examples<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Method 6: Using the System File Checker<\/h2>\n<p>The \u201c Windows has detected a hard disk problem \u201d error might result from a corrupt system file. That&#8217;s because Windows may report your hard drive problematic if it cannot read some of its core files. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-gb\/topic\/use-the-system-file-checker-tool-to-repair-missing-or-corrupted-system-files-79aa86cb-ca52-166a-92a3-966e85d4094e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">use the System File Checker (SFC)<\/a> to check if your hard drive contains corrupt files and fix them.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Helpful Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-find-and-fix-corrupted-files-in-windows-10\/\">How to Find and Fix Corrupted Files in Windows 10<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launch <em>Command Prompt<\/em> as an Administrator.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">After <em>Command Prompt<\/em> opens, type the following line and press the <code>Enter<\/code> keyboard button:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<pre>SFC \/scannow<\/pre>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Allow the scan to run, as it may likely take a while.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">You&#8217;ll get a completion message that conveys the findings of the scan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/System32-Scannow.png\" alt=\"After Command Prompt opens, type the following line and press the Enter keyboard button: SFC \/scannow\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<p>If you see a message that says, &#8220;Windows resource protection cannot perform the requested operation,&#8221; then SFC couldn&#8217;t scan your files. There are workarounds for this problem, such as running the scan in Safe Mode.<\/p>\n<p>You can follow our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-resource-protection-cannot-perform-requested-operation\/\">fixing the Windows resource error<\/a> to resolve the issue.<\/p>\n<h2>Method 7: Removing Malware<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/know-windows-10-computer-infected\/\">Malware programs <\/a> can tamper with file arrangements on hard drives and cause logical errors as part of their nefarious activities. When such issues occur, Windows may begin to report that it found a problem with your hard drive.<\/p>\n<p>You can run a full scan with your antivirus program to eliminate the malicious program causing the issue.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-remove-virus-and-other-malware-from-windows\/\">How to Remove Virus and Other Malware from Windows<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Full scans take longer than regular checks, so you may have to be patient.<\/p>\n<p>You should also ensure your antivirus application is up to date with the latest virus definitions to enable it to work effectively.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-keep-your-software-up-to-date\/\">How to Keep Your Software Up to Date<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>You can follow these steps to update Windows native antivirus and run the full scan:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Go to the <em>Start<\/em> menu and type <code>Virus<\/code>.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click <em>Virus &amp; threat protection<\/em>\u00a0on the <em>Start<\/em> menu&#8217;s search result page.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Virus-and-threat-protection-System-Settings.png\" alt=\"Click \u201cVirus &amp; threat protection\u201d on the Start menu\u2019s search result page.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Scroll to <em>Virus &amp; threat protection updates<\/em>\u00a0and click the Protection updates link.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Virus-and-Threat-Protection-protection-updates.png\" alt=\"Scroll to \u201cVirus &amp; threat protection updates\u201d and click the Protection updates link.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Click the <em>Check for updates<\/em> button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Security-Intelligence-check-for-updates.png\" alt=\"Click the Check for updates button.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Return to the previous page after the updates are complete and select Scan options in the Current threats section.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/virus-and-threat-protection-scan-options.png\" alt=\"Return to the previous page after the updates are complete and select Scan options in the Current threats section.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Choose Full Scan and click the Scan Now button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"screenshots\">\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__image-shadow\">\r\n    <img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/Windows-10-Full-Security-Scan.png\" alt=\"Choose Full Scan and click the Scan Now button.\" class=\"lazyload screenshots__image\">\r\n  <\/div>\r\n  <div class=\"screenshots__description\"><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Allow the scan to complete and check if the issue persists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p><b>Helpful Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/common-malware-entry-points-and-how-to-eliminate-them\/\">How to Prevent Malware: Lock Down Your Online Safety<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Method 8: Restore Windows to a More Stable State<\/h2>\n<p>Some changes you recently applied to your computer may cause the problem. An application, driver, or update you installed might conflict with some system components and trigger the error.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/system-restore-a5ae3ed9-07c4-fd56-45ee-096777ecd14e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">System Restore utility<\/a> will help you undo those changes and return Windows to a more stable state. You can follow our complete guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/ultimate-windows-recovery-guide-how-to-restore-your-windows-system\/\">restoring Windows<\/a> to fix the problem.<\/p>\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-5626105816785274\"\r\ncrossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- Bottom_CTA -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:inline-block;width:728px;height:90px\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-5626105816785274\" data-ad-slot=\"9260129453\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/windows-10-backup-guide-backing-up-to-an-external-hard-drive\/\">Windows 10 Backup Guide: Backing Up to an External Hard Drive<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Wrapping Up: Do Not Rule Out Backing Up Your Drive<\/h2>\n<p>Regardless of the results of any SMART test or scan, you shouldn\u2019t rule out the fact that your hard drive may be faulty. Look out for signs that indicate imminent failure.<\/p>\n<p>These signs include whirring, grinding, and clink sounds; frequent crashes, slow read times, and regular program glitches; read\/write errors and missing and corrupt files; and increased heat. The BIOS may also fail to recognize the drive.<\/p>\n<p>You should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.auslogics.com\/en\/articles\/how-to-back-up-windows\/\">back your hard drive<\/a> and prepare to replace it if you continually see those signs.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Can I Continue Using My Computer If I Receive This Warning?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tIn most cases, you can continue using your device if you tell the warning dialog to ask you again later. That said, it is critical that you try to fix the problem, as the disk might completely fail before the next warning.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">How Often Should I Back Up My Data?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYou should regularly back up your data when you create new important files, whether your disk is healthy or malfunctioning.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Are There Any Preventive Measures I Can Take To Avoid Hard Disk Problems?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tYes, you can go through regular maintenance routines to prevent Windows 10 hard drive issues. These routines include keeping your computer dust-free, using a surge protector to guard against power surges, and defragging the hard disk whenever it becomes too fragmented.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"best-faq\">\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__header\">Can I Replace My Hard Drive Myself?<\/div>\r\n\t<div class=\"best-faq__content\">\r\n\t\tThere are how-to videos on disassembling different computer models and replacing different parts. You can find these DIY guides on sites like YouTube. That said, if you\u2019re not confident about taking a screwdriver to your computer, please contact an expert.\r\n\t\t\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Encountering disk errors in Windows can be alarming. 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