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hachikuju
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Q: Does the error code "2STF/8/3.ATA-100ata-6-Master" means I have to replace my hard drive?

Does the error code "2STF/8/3.ATA-100ata-6-Master" means I have to replace my hard drive?

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Posted on Jan 2, 2013 10:57 AM

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hachikuju

Q: Does the error code "2STF/8/3.ATA-100ata-6-Master" means I have to replace my hard drive?

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  • by Klaus1,

    Klaus1 Klaus1 Jan 3, 2013 5:50 AM in response to hachikuju
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    Jan 3, 2013 5:50 AM in response to hachikuju

    It is either a failing/failed hard drive, or a problem with the controller, which means logic board. If you Macbook is old enough to be running Tiger (which is what this forum covers) then the answer to your question is no, you need a new Mac!