S.M.A.R.T.

S.M.A.R.T. stands for Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. It is a system built into most modern hard drives and SSDs that continuously monitors their health and performance. By tracking things like temperature, read/write errors, and the amount of data written, S.M.A.R.T. can detect signs of potential failure early. This helps users and technicians when troubleshooting or deciding when to replace a drive, reducing the risk of data loss. Essentially, it provides a health report for your storage device, enabling proactive maintenance based on the drive’s real-time condition.