[SNIP] > > > > But what disk test? Most disk tests are provided by the manufacturer, > > some only work in DOS (except IBM DFT). > > In case of defective tracks a warning should be given. >
What about hdparm ? hdparm -Tt or is that not a real test ? > > > During a normal installation, it would be good to propose these tests by > > > default or to skip them. > > > > I think it might be a good idea to have a message saying: > > "If you have problems with installation, please boot the rescue image > > and run the hardware diagnostics" > > Yes, good. > > -- > Pierre Jarillon - http://pjarillon.free.fr/ > Vice-pr�sident de l'ABUL : http://abul.org/ > Cheers, Blokkie
