How Do I Check Hard Drive for Errors in Linux?
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How do I run chkdsk on Linux?

If your company uses the Ubuntu Linux operating system rather than Windows, the chkdsk command will not work. The equivalent command for the Linux operating system is “fsck.” You can only run this command on disks and filesystems that are not mounted (available for use).

How do I check if my hard drive is faulty?

Check HDD/SSD failures with chkdsk

  1. Boot into your Windows.
  2. Click Start.
  3. Go to Computer.
  4. Right-click on the main drive you want to check.
  5. Click Properties.
  6. At the Tools tab, click Get started at the Error-checking section.
  7. Check the Automatically fix file system errors checkbox.
  8. Click Start.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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