seatools for linux - Shell-Bash

Introduction

Seatools for Linux is a powerful diagnostic tool designed for Seagate hard drives. It provides a GUI and a command-line interface to diagnose and repair problems with Seagate hard drives. Seatools for Linux is an easy-to-use and reliable tool for both novice and advanced users.

Features

Seatools for Linux offers the following features:

• Supports Seagate SATA, SAS, and USB hard drives
• Supports SMART technology
• Provides in-depth diagnostic and testing options
• Offers repair and erase options
• Provides a detailed report of the test results

Installation

Seatools for Linux can be installed on Ubuntu and Debian-based Linux distributions using the following commands:

sudo apt install lshw smartmontools
wget -O seatools.tar.gz https://www.seagate.com/bin/file/dlink?file=/content/dam/www-seagate-com/support/downloads/seatools/seatools-command-line-2-0-5/seatools-command-line-2.0.5-64.zip
tar xzf seatools.tar.gz
cd seatools-command-line-2.0.5-64
chmod +x seatools
sudo ln -s `pwd`/seatools /usr/local/bin/seatools

Usage

Seatools for Linux can be used via the command line using the following syntax:

seatools [drive_identifier] [options]

Here are some common commands:

• seatools - Starts the program without any options
• seatools /dev/sda - Runs the tests on the specified drive
• seatools -a - Tests all Seagate drives found in the system
• seatools -S - Displays the SMART self-test data
• seatools -h - Displays the help documentation

Conclusion

Seatools for Linux is a useful tool for diagnosing and repairing problems with Seagate hard drives. Its easy-to-use interface and powerful diagnostic options make it a valuable tool for both novice and advanced users. With its detailed testing and reporting capabilities, Seatools for Linux can help users quickly identify and resolve issues with their Seagate hard drives.