CHDDSPEED A console utility for testing the performance of various removable units (Hard Disk, CD, Flash, etc.). This version includes two types of tests: a multi section and random section reading. Freeware for Win2k/XP (34 Kb)
www.benchmarkhq.ru/fclick/fclick.php?fid=250
Disk Bench V2.2.0.0 Disk Bench tests the speed of your hard disk by copying files from one part to another and then cancelling them. This provides a test on the real thing and not a simulation. This software requires the installation of .Net Framework from Microsoft. Freeware for Win9x/Me/NT/2k/XP (1.3 Mb)
nodesoft.com/DiskBench/Download/
Fujitsu ATA Diagnostic Tool v 6.10 A diagnostic tool for Fujitsu hard drives that can analyze S.M.A.R.T. data, or can scan your hard disk section by section. Freeware for Windows (160 Kb)
www.fis.fujitsu.com/support/disk/software/fjdt6_10.zip
Maxtor Powermax A serie of utilities for Maxtor hard drives. This package includes a Quick Scan fo a speedy diagnosis, a more detailed scan, basic formatting, and more. Freeware for Windows (2.3 Mb)
www.benchmarkhq.ru/cgi-bin/oclick.cgi?8
Drive Fitness Test Software for checking that your hard drive is functioning properly, without any problems. 2,90 MB. Freeware for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP. Requires 400 MHZ processor and 64 MB of Ram.
www.hitachigst.com/downloads/dft32_v362_b14.exe
HD Speed Test the velocity of your hard drive to make sure it functions at the right speed. 200 KB. Freeware for all versions of Windows. Requires Pentium processor and 32 MB of Ram. www.magicnotes.com/steelbytes/HD_Speed_ENG.zip
Hd Tach A benchmark that controls your hard drive, both external and internal. 600 KB. Freeware for Windows 98/ME/XP. Requires 200 MHZ processor and 64 MB of Ram.
www.simplisoftware.com/Public/index.php?request=HdTach#
HD Tune This benchmark controls the speed of your hard drive, and makes sure it functions smoothly. 540 KB: Freeware for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP. Requires 300 MHZ processor and 64 MB of Ram. www.hdtune.com/hdtune_100.exe
QuickBench A small benchmark to measure the speed of your hard drive. 450 KB. Freeware for Windows 98/ME/XP. Requires 300 MHZ processor and 32 MB of Ram. www.rundegren.com/software/quickbench/QB-Setup.exe
