What should you do FIRST after your computer displays a POST message reporting a SMART error for the system drive?
Run the Windows Repair Tool
Flash the BIOS
Back up the disk
Replace the CMOS battery
Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) is a health-monitoring feature built into most modern hard-disk drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs). A SMART warning during startup signals that the drive may be near failure. The most critical first action is to protect data by creating a complete backup of the drive before attempting firmware updates, battery replacement, or operating-system repair utilities. If the warning persists after the backup, replace the failing drive.
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