If you come across the UDMA CRC Error Count, read this post to find some solutions. Here, MiniTool provides the possible reasons that can cause this error and useful solutions for you to fix it.
Some people report that they received the UDMA CRC Error Count after they analyzed their HDD. This error bothers them a lot, and they want to fix it as soon as possible.
Have you also encountered the same error? Here in this post, I will introduce what UDMA CRC Error Count is, what causes this error, and how to fix it. So, please continue reading if you encounter the same error.
What Is Ultra DMA CRC Error Count?
UDMA (Ultra DMA) stands for Ultra Direct Memory Access. It is a hard drive technology that allows hard drives to communicate directly with memory without relying on the CPU. CRC stands for Cyclic Memory Check, which is a checksum that can detect if data is corrupted.
When you combine the two, the Ultra DMA CRC error count indicates problems with the transfer of data between the host and the disk.
It is a one-time error that can be caused by anything. So, you don’t need to care about it unless it keeps going up.
What Causes the UDMA CRC Error Count?
The UDMA_CRC_Error_Count error generally indicates an issue with your SATA connector or cables. In addition, it can also be caused by other common causes, which include:
- There are some issues with your RAID configuration.
- There are improper connections.
- The SATA controller drivers are outdated.
- There is some damage to the storage drive.
Just as we said above, if you get a single-digit count, you can ignore the error and simply reboot the PC. If it’s happening often and the count is higher, you can pay some attention to it and try the methods below to fix it.
How to Fix the UDMA CRC Error Count?
How to fix the UDMA CRC Error Count? If you are looking for the answer to this question, you come to the right place. Here are some potential methods that you can try.
Method 1. Check the Drive
The first thing you should do is checking if the drive is properly attached. Here is what you need to do:
- If you’re using a SATA drive, make sure all the connectors are properly attached.
- If you find your hard drive isn’t properly secured with the M.2 drive screw, please tighten it.
- If you find anything wrong with the SATA port or SATA cable, please switch them.
Method 2. Update/Uninstall the Drivers
Outdated or corrupt drivers can also cause numerous hardware problems, leading to errors such as the UDMA CRC Error Count. If you haven’t updated your drivers in a while, you can try updating them using these steps to fix this error.
- Press the Windows and S keys simultaneously to open the Search window.
- Then type “device manager” in the box and press Enter.
- Under Disk Drives, find your storage drive, right-click it, and select Update driver.
- Click on the first option, “Search automatically for drivers“. Windows will then automatically look for and download the latest drivers.
- Once done, check if the UDMA_CRC_Error_Count error is fixed.
If updating the driver is unable to help you fix the UDMA CRC Error Count error, you can try uninstalling the driver to fix it. Here’s the guide:
- Open the Device Manager window again, and then expand the Disk Drives categories.
- Right-click your storage drive’s name and select Uninstall device from the menu.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
- Restart your PC, and then your computer will reinstall the driver automatically. Then check if the DMA_CRC_Error_Count error has been fixed.
Method 3. Run the Windows Hardware Troubleshooter
There are some built-in troubleshooting tools on the Windows system that can help you fix many errors. If you suspect there is something wrong with your hard drive and that is the cause of the Ultra DMA CRC Error Count error, you can run a hardware troubleshooter to fix it.
Here’s how to check the hardware via Command Prompt to fix the Ultra DMA CRC Error Count error:
Step 1. Press the Windows and R keys simultaneously to open the Run window.
Step 2. Type “msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic” in the box and press Enter. Then you can see the Hardware and Devices window.
Step 3. Click Next, and then it will detect the problems for you. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
Step 4. Once done, check if the error has been resolved.
Method 4. Run the Check Disk Utility
Running the Check Disk utility may also help you fix the Ultra DMA CRC Error Count error. You can have a try. Here’s the way:
- Press the Window and S keys simultaneously to open the Search window, and then type “cmd” in the search box.
- Next, you can see Command Prompt under Best Match.
- Choose Run as administrator from the right panel.
- Type the command “chkdsk /f c:” and press the Enter key. (You can alternate C: with your drive name where the error occurs.)
- After that, you can see a sentence that asks if you’d like to check this volume next time the system restarts. Then you just need to type Y and press the Enter key.
- Once done, restart your PC after closing Command Prompt.
Method 5. Update Your BIOS
Outdated BIOS may also cause the Ultra DMA CRC Error Count error. So, you can try updating the BIOS on your PC to fix this error. To do that, I recommend you read this post: How to Update BIOS Windows 10 | How to Check BIOS Version.
However, updating the BIOS may sometimes result in data loss. Therefore, you’d better back up the data on your PC before you update your BIOS. To make a backup, you can use MiniTool Partition Wizard’s Copy Disk feature. Here’s the tutorial:
Step 1. Download and install MiniTool Partition Wizard on your PC.
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Step 2. Connect the external storage device to the computer, and then launch MiniTool Partition Wizard.
Step 3. Select the Copy Disk Wizard option from the left sidebar.
Step 4. Select the disk that you want to copy (Disk 1), and then click Next.
Step 5. Next, select the destination disk (Disk 2) and click the Next button. In the prompt window, click Yes if there are no important data on it.
Step 6. Select copy options based on your needs and click Next. Click the Finish button on the next window.
Step 7. Click Apply and Yes to execute your changes.
Bottom Line
This post provides the possible reasons that can cause the UDMA CRC Error Count and 5 fixes to help you fix it. You can try these fixes on your own to resolve this error.
Do you know other methods to solve this error? Please share your ideas or experiences with us in the following comment zone. In addition, if you encounter problems while using MiniTool Partition Wizard, please contact us via [email protected]. We will get back to you as soon as possible.