HD Problems, Serious?

[7254278]

Hey all,
I just repaired permissions and then I verified the disk and I got this message, is it serious? What does it mean? Any solution? SMART Status is verified not failing.

EDIT: Also while repairing permissions I noticed a bunch of red text saying some files/things where using "special permissions"

 

[liketom]

is that an 12" 1.2 30gb/combo ?

repair the permissions and see what verify says after that - but it does not look good there , have you noticed any performance hits or crashes ?

 

[7254278]

is that an 12" 1.2 30gb/combo ?

repair the permissions and see what verify says after that - but it does not look good there , have you noticed any performance hits or crashes ?

Yes its my combo, I have already tried repairing permissions, no crashes as of yet and performance seems a tad bit more sluggish but it just might be my paranoia.

 

[liketom]

Yes its my combo, I have already tried repairing permissions, no crashes as of yet and performance seems a tad bit more sluggish but it just might be my paranoia.

just might be a glitch but backup just in case - run disk util regular just to keep an eye on it

 

[7254278]

My ibook is under warentee, I bought in in the US but I currently reside in spain, can they replace the HD over here? Any estimations on how long my ibook will be with apple if I send it in? Also about 2 months ago my ibook fell off my bed and now has a tiny dent near the power-ring, do you think apple will blame the fall for the cause of possible HD failure even though I know it isnt? Should I even send it in?

 

[liketom]

My ibook is under warentee, I bought in in the US but I currently reside in spain, can they replace the HD over here? Any estimations on how long my ibook will be with apple if I send it in? Also about 2 months ago my ibook fell off my bed and now has a tiny dent near the power-ring, do you think apple will blame the fall for the cause of possible HD failure even though I know it isnt? Should I even send it in?

not too sure on that , might just be country wide - maybe still worth a shot!

give apple a call and ask them - i think i heard something about a worldwide apple care package a bit back but might just be me ?

 

[7254278]

No one else has an idea?

 

[superbovine]

the first thing you should do is backup your data then reboot with the os x and scanning from disk utility ok the dvd. sluggish is a sign that your hd might be failing.

 

[yenko]

Hey all,
I just repaired permissions and then I verified the disk and I got this message, is it serious?

Yes.

What does it mean?

You have a damaged and/or corrupt file directory or header.

Any solution?

Boot to Single User Mode (Command-s) and run (fsck -f) or use
DiskWarrior or TechTools Pro to repair the directory.

SMART Status is verified not failing.

Your HD is OK.

EDIT: Also while repairing permissions I noticed a bunch of red text saying some files/things where using "special permissions"

Repair permissions after you repair your directory and you should be OK.

 

[7254278]

Thanks ma great help. How do I run fsck -f in terminal? also do you think deleting the file will solve the problem?

 

[yenko]

Thanks ma great help. How do I run fsck -f in terminal? also do you think deleting the file will solve the problem?

1. Start up your computer in single-user mode to reach the command line.Note: If necessary, perform a forced restart as described in the Emergency Troubleshooting Handbook that came with your computer. On desktop computers, you can do this by pressing the reset/interrupt button (if there is one) or holding down the power button for several seconds. On portable computers, simultaneously press the Command-Control-power keys. If your portable computer doesn't restart with this method, you may need to reset the Power Manager.
2. At the command-line prompt, type /sbin/fsck -fy
3. Press Return. fsck will go through five "phases" and then return information about your disk's use and fragmentation. Once it finishes, it'll display this message if no issue is found:
4. ** The volume (name_of_volume) appears to be OK
5. If fsck found issues and has altered, repaired, or fixed anything, it will display this message:
6. ***** FILE SYSTEM WAS MODIFIED *****
7. ?Important: If this message appears, repeat the fsck command you typed in step 2 until fsck tells you that your volume appears to be OK (first-pass repairs may uncover additional issues, so this is a normal thing to do).
8. When fsck reports that your volume is OK, type reboot at the prompt and then press Return.