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Hard Disk problem

Discussion in 'Computers & Modding' started by head635, Dec 13, 2008.

  1. head635

    head635 Well-Known Member

    Well I just bought a new 650GB hard drive and installed it in my desk top computer now the problem is when i click format.... the capacity says 810GB and earlier today it said 590GB and i cant format it gives me this error massage "windows was unable to complete the format" and when i close the format window it says "this disk in (drive I) cannot be formatted"

    dose anyone know what to do ?
     
    head635, Dec 13, 2008
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  2. Loonylion

    Loonylion Administrator Staff Member

    590GB is correct for a 650GB drive. You need to run the manufacturer's diagnostic program on it.
     
    Loonylion, Dec 13, 2008
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  3. head635

    head635 Well-Known Member

    Thanks Loony it worked ;D
     
    head635, Dec 13, 2008
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