Zen won't do disk Clean Up

[Dr. Jinx]

I have a ZVM (30gb) and It recently stopped working. After reviewing the threads I triedto use the recovery mode and use disk clena up. It seems to not display any activity as to cleaning up the drive. I then tried to reload firmware and I get a display of "Harddisk Problem". I'm hoping not to have to replace the drive. Any ideas?

[coachop94]

Is it making clicking noises? Harddisk problem usually means drive needs replacement. search google for zen repair.

[BobbyRS]

Sometimes a Cleanup can take a long time to finish. How long did you give it to complete? The hard disk error does indicate you have an issue with the drive or connection. If a warranty issue isn't a problem, you can open it up to get a better look or try reseating the connector to see if that helps.

These should help:
Here is the ABI disassembly guide.
Here is a video of a disassembly.
Here is the hard drive replacement thread.
Here is the new tested hard drive swap thread.
Here is the hard drive connector type thread.
Here is another disassembly video.