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Old 12-28-2007, 09:40 AM   #1
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Harddrive Problems


I cant seem to figure out whats wrong with my harddrive. i shredded it to get rid of classified files but now it will not work correctly. when i go to install a linux or windows OS, the OS does not detect the harddrive. ne ideas?
 
Old 12-28-2007, 12:24 PM   #2
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Try preformatting the drive using a live CD and GParted.
 
Old 12-28-2007, 01:02 PM   #3
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can u give me links?
 
Old 12-28-2007, 01:17 PM   #4
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There's a link in my signature to the GParted Live CD.
 
  


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