> > > SMART warnings are generated by the controller onboard the drive, yes. > *Reading* that data requires the native controller on the host, which > is why you can[t access SMART data via USB enclosures. SMART was > designed for use on internal system and data drives. > > > Is there a way to get SMART info from the Smart Tool app? I downloaded it yesterday and used it but all the log says is the drive is failing, not why it's failing. Also can the SMART be verified via a eSATA external enclosure?
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