I've had my WD740ADFD since 2006, has not let me down at all. However this drive is the loudest thing in my system.
I also have a WD2500KS that is the same age and I would say is 75% quieter than the raptor (I can barely hear it defragging over my case fans).
I don't think there is anything wrong with the hard drive but I'm wondering (as the warranty is due to expire next year) if I should consider RMA and if it is even a valid reason?
How should I go about testing if there is an actual problem? Anyone know if the drive is just normally loud in comparison to the 7200 flavor drives?
I also have a WD2500KS that is the same age and I would say is 75% quieter than the raptor (I can barely hear it defragging over my case fans).
I don't think there is anything wrong with the hard drive but I'm wondering (as the warranty is due to expire next year) if I should consider RMA and if it is even a valid reason?
How should I go about testing if there is an actual problem? Anyone know if the drive is just normally loud in comparison to the 7200 flavor drives?