Windlg_122.zip

Performs a SMART drive self-test to gather and verify the Data Lifeguard information on the drive.

While WinDLG_122 is a classic, Western Digital has largely moved toward the for newer SSDs and modern HDDs. If you are using Windows 10 or 11, you may find better driver support and more features on the Western Digital Support page . Plugin-WinDLG v1 24 Release Notes | PDF - Scribd Windlg_122.zip

Hard Drive Health: A Guide to Western Digital Data Lifeguard (WinDLG_122) Performs a SMART drive self-test to gather and

Double-click your drive to choose between the Quick Test or the Extended Test. Important Note on Modern Compatibility Plugin-WinDLG v1 24 Release Notes | PDF -

Right-click the .exe or .msi file and select Run as Administrator (especially important for Windows Vista or later).

This file contains version 1.22 of the Data Lifeguard Diagnostic tool. It was specifically designed to test Western Digital internal and external drives to ensure they are performing within factory specifications. Key Features