The first indication of an SSD failure is a warning in the Disks and Volumes utility, showing the SSD's overall health, lifespan, and temperature.
Accessing the Utility:
Search for "Disks and Volumes" in the taskbar to access it directly.
Role of the Tool:
This utility should be your baseline for assessing SSD health to avoid mistaking other hardware issues (like drivers, RAM, or motherboard) for SSD failure.
Signs of SSD Failure:
Boot Crashes: Unreadable areas in the SSD that contain crucial boot information can prevent proper booting.
File Operation Issues: Problems with reading or saving files.
Detection Problems: Difficulty in detecting the SSD.
Slow Performance: Reduced speed and efficiency of operations.
Action Recommended:
Upon receiving a bad health warning for your SSD, immediately back up your files and plan to replace the SSD.