How to Use Smartmontools: Monitor and Maintain Disk Health

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Published on July 22, 2024 1:41:42 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWtjtWpuu3I

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As a sysadmin, keeping your storage devices in top condition is crucial. Learn how to use smartmontools to monitor and maintain the health of your hard disks and SSDs. We'll cover installation, usage, and interpreting SMART data to ensure your systems run smoothly.

00:22 Step 1: Install smartmontools
00:47 Step 2: Enable SMART on Your Disks
01:02 Step 3: Check Disk Health Status
01:11 Step 4: Get Detailed SMART Information
01:47 Step 5: Run a Short Self-Test
02:05 Step 6: Run an Extended Self-Test
02:28 Step 7: Automate SMART Monitoring with Cron Jobs
02:53 Step 8: Interpret Common SMART Attributes and Errors

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