nicolargo/glances

hddtemp is dead. Dead code should be removed.

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#3486 opened on Mar 16, 2026

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Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.

Newer releases of Ubuntu and Debian do no longer include hddtemp as that tool is long dead upstream. Similar data can be obtained via smartctl or other more modern solutions. As hddtemp does no longer work on my system, drive temperatures are now gone from Glances, which makes me sad.

Describe the solution you'd like Write a drive temp plugin that utilizes smartctl or sensors to obtain drive temperatures (ideally compatible with external drives, too).

Describe alternatives you've considered Manually frickle together a working hddtemp solution, which is not a good solution.

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Tech stack
python
Domain
backendobservability
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-2 days
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active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
clear
Prerequisites
Pythonsystem commandssmartctlGlances plugin API
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
45
Research direction
Investigate the output of smartctl and sensors commands to obtain drive temperatures. Study existing Glances plugins (e.g., sensors or hddtemp) for integration patterns in the glances/plugins directory. Implement a new plugin that replaces hddtemp functionality, ensuring compatibility with external drives and fallback if smartctl is not available. Test on Ubuntu/Debian systems and update the plugin list.