I was playing my game and then 5TB WD Storage box starting making noises. What does this mean?
How do I get this fix?
I was playing my game and then 5TB WD Storage box starting making noises. What does this mean?
Hi @S1iverF2ish,
Western Digital Hard Drive Noise: Reasons for Hard Drive Noise
Please contact the WD Technical Support team for the best assistance and troubleshooting:
Typically, storage drives operate quietly and consistently. However, in the event of physical damage or logical corruption, they may start producing noise. Various hard drive clicking sounds can indicate different issues, and often, there are four potential causes for these noises:
1. Insufficient Power Supply:
2. Physical Depreciation:
3. Faulty Data Cables or Incorrect Drivers:
4. Crashed Hard Drive:
If you encounter such noises, consider the following fixes that users have employed to address the issue:
1. Ensure Adequate Power Supply:
2. Replace Data Cable:
If your drive is still under warranty, it is advisable to contact customer support to initiate a warranty claim.
These steps can assist in identifying and addressing the source of the noise, potentially resolving the issue or prompting necessary actions like replacement or warranty claims.