A user reports that a recently added database software is performing slower than anticipated, specifically during operations that involve heavy data manipulation. To pinpoint the cause of the sluggishness, which diagnostic approach should you take concerning the system's storage devices?
Run a disk optimization program to rearrange the stored data, which might enhance the drive's responsiveness.
Replace the current storage device with an SSD to improve the database performance without further diagnosis.
Inspect the storage cables for physical damage or wear to ensure they are not causing a bottleneck.
Employ a tool that monitors the drive's real-time activity to discern if its data handling capabilities are being exceeded during peak usage of the database software.