>Is it normal to hear the Discs Spinning? In a reasonably quiet computer... yes. If you listen, you will probably be able to hear the drive. Depending on drive model it may be fairly loud (and others may be almost silent).
It is not unusual for a drive to get louder as it gets older. The bearings in the motor wear out and start to rub. Unless you are hearing a very loud scratching or metal scraping noise, I wouldn't worry too much about it. If you are concerned, just make sure you keep your backups up to date. -chris <http://www.mythtech.net> -- The iMac List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | - Epson Stylus Color 580 Printers - new at $69 | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> iMac List info: <http://lowendmac.com/imac/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[email protected]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/imac-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- iPod Accessories for Less at 1-800-iPOD.COM Fast Delivery, Low Price, Good Deal www.1800ipod.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
