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ST5000DM000 won't spin up, need help with readings

June 27th, 2026, 10:08

Hello everyone, I wonder if there is a DIY method for this drive that just refuses the spin up. Here are some details and voltage readings:

ST5000DM000 PN: 1FK178 - 568. FW: CC49

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Re: ST5000DM000 won't spin up, need help with readings

June 27th, 2026, 14:31

You showed us the voltage at the input side of the 12V zero-ohm resistors, but you didn't show us the voltage on the 12V TVS diode.

Re: ST5000DM000 won't spin up, need help with readings

June 27th, 2026, 14:46

fzabkar wrote:You showed us the voltage at the input side of the 12V zero-ohm resistors, but you didn't show us the voltage on the 12V TVS diode.

thanks for the reply. I can do more readings if need be:
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Re: ST5000DM000 won't spin up, need help with readings

June 27th, 2026, 15:30

If the 12V TVS diode is shorted, then that's your problem. The corresponding zero-ohm resistors will be open-circuit.

Re: ST5000DM000 won't spin up, need help with readings

June 27th, 2026, 16:29

fzabkar wrote:If the 12V TVS diode is shorted, then that's your problem. The corresponding zero-ohm resistors will be open-circuit.

I removed the shorted TVS diode and zero-ohm resistors are open circuit now. What would be the best replacement for this?

I believe it is 400w for size, I am not sure. SMAJ12A?

Re: ST5000DM000 won't spin up, need help with readings

June 27th, 2026, 16:33

It looks like SMBJ12A, although it's not necessary to replace the diode if all you want is data recovery, and if your PSU is good.

You can replace one of the resistors with a 4A smt fuse. Alternatively, you could just flow a blob of solder over both resistors, if you can accept the risk, and if there are no other problems.
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