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windows cannot be installed to this disk the disk may fail soon?

Tank_1

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Jun 15, 2016
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Does it mean that I need to replace my hard drive or do I need to just get a new laptop?.
 
Solution
You can check your disk using CHKDSK command then post the results. If the drive is failing it can be replaced. Backup your important files now to an external drive ie: USB.
You can check your disk using CHKDSK command then post the results. If the drive is failing it can be replaced. Backup your important files now to an external drive ie: USB.
 
Solution

Thanks I will have to replace the hard drive