CRC Error --> RB problem?

[WouteЯ]

When I transfer my files from my iRiver onto my computer, sometimes I get a CRC Error (Cyclic Redundancy Check). It seems a number of bites that suppose to be the containence of the file, are damaged.
My question is, is it due to the ROCKbox firmware? Maybe this firmware effects the files. Is it a bug, if so, can it be fixed?

Greetaz, WouteЯ

[Febs]

CRC errors are almost always the result of physical problems with the hard drive.  You can try running chkdisk -f in a command prompt (if you are running Windows) to scan the disk and correct bad sectors.

[WouteЯ]

OK thnq, but when I insert

chkdisk -f in a command prompt

, is that totally safe? I mean will my files be OK? Or should I try first without the 

-f

(only a check, no fixing)?

Wouter

[Yotto]

You can, but if the chkdsk reports problems, and you leave them unfixed... Well, you'll be exactly where you are now.

[Febs]

If that makes you more comfortable, then sure, do it with the -f switch first.  Make sure you have your files backed up one way or the other, not because the chkdisk will damage them, but because if the disk has CRC errors, it is unreliable to begin with.

[WouteЯ]

OK, thanks'..
My new computer is on it's way, then I can backup my files (safety first )
I'll keep you posted..

Greetaz W

[WouteЯ]

It took a long time, but I've tried it. I checked my disc, it had a lot of bad thingies... They got fixed...
Now, I've re-installed my whole iRiver, but with the transport: STILL THE CRC ERROR!

Now, is there something I can do about it? Some say it's my HD that's broken, some say there is interference while transporting...
My warranty is expended by -I think- six months, what can I do?

[xlarge]

It took a long time, but I've tried it. I checked my disc, it had a lot of bad thingies... They got fixed...
Now, I've re-installed my whole iRiver, but with the transport: STILL THE CRC ERROR!

Now, is there something I can do about it? Some say it's my HD that's broken, some say there is interference while transporting...
My warranty is expended by -I think- six months, what can I do?

A lot of "bad thingies" when running a chckdisk is a tell tale sign that your hardware isn't really feeling like a big bag of sweets... Perhaps get a replacement drive?

[Speedforneed]

A lot of "bad thingies" when running a chckdisk is a tell tale sign that your hardware isn't really feeling like a big bag of sweets... Perhaps get a replacement drive?

I love you for that comment.  Hahaha.

Anyway, yeah, your hard drive in your player is dieing, so I would consider getting it replaced.  http://www.misticriver.net is your friend.