Attribute ID: 225 (0xE1)
Hard drives, supporting this attribute
Samsung, Seagate, IBM (Hitachi), Fujitsu (not all models), Maxtor, Western Digital (not all models)
Description
Load/Unload Cycle Count S.M.A.R.T. parameter indicates a total number of load cycles.
Recommendations
This parameter is considered informational by the most hardware vendors. Although degradation of this parameter can be an indicator of drive aging and/or potential electromechanical problems, it does not directly indicate imminent drive failure. Regular backup is recommended. Pay closer attention to other parameters and overall drive health.
More information
See also: S.M.A.R.T. Monitoring.