I've been trying to format my SSD drive due to some errors that keep popping up. I think the format may have gotten messed up, but I'm not really sure. The drive is connected externally, and every time I try to access it, Windows Explorer crashes. I can't even get DiskPart to work properly; it either doesn't start at all or freezes right after. I'm not very tech-savvy, so I'm looking for some guidance on how to format this drive. The command line works to some extent, but I'm confused about what to do next.
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I think your SSD might be failing, especially since it's freezing your system. First, try checking the Event Viewer for any errors related to the SSD. That could give you some clues about what's going wrong.
What’s the best way to assess if the enclosure is faulty? Any tips?
It sounds like the drive could be on its last legs. If your computer freezes every time you connect it, there's a good chance the drive is dead. However, before giving up, check if your external enclosure is the issue—sometimes those can fail too. You might want to try connecting the drive using a different enclosure if you have one.
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