Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Patonga

Before reading this, disconnect your faulty hard drive now. Further use can cause more damage.

We understand how important your data is and in most cases we can recovery your lost/deleted files - even if you have formatted your hard drive.

Do you backup your data? If not, we can provide you with a backup solution.

COLETEK staff have seen alot in their time

Tick of Death?

If you heard your hard drive making a ticking noise, you have a hardware issue (disconnect your hard drive right away), which is costly to fix - but in most cases we can recovery your data.

Why Choose Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Patonga?

Data recovery is not an IT job. It is a forensic job.

There are only a few locations that have the required expensive equipment (i.e. class 100 cleanroom and specialised imager): Large companies based in the cities such as Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin and Hobart that are very expensive (due to large overheads), and companies like us with a small team of talent individuals with a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Patonga are a small team of highly skilled engineers that are based on the Gold Coast, so our prices can not be beaten. Please be cautious of general computer repair shops offering data recovery services, since they generally just download a data recovery software program to recover the data, which is only good for software issues. Most data recovery issues are electronic or mechanical issues, so using a software data recovery program, will just cause more issues with the drive, and therefore increase the difficulty/cost of recovering your data.

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Some of data recovery jobs by COLETEK - Hardware and Software Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Patonga Available

Types of Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Patonga Tests

IC Logic Board PCB
Motor/Spindle
Physical Heads
Heads Movement
Actuator
Actuator Arm
Platters
Protective Cover
Chassis
Firmware Examination
Image Repair Drive

Types of Hard Drive Failure (Forensic Scale)

Level 1 - Logical: No physical damage, Logical minor file system corruption as a result of a possible windows update, user error or possible virus.
Level 2 - Mechanical/Logical: Disk with up to 1% of bad sectors and a corrupted file system as a result of the bad sectors.
Level 3 - Mechanical/Logical: Disk with up to 5% of bad sectors and a corrupted file system as a result of the bad sectors.
Level 4 - Mechanical/Logical: Disk with up to 10% of bad sectors and a corrupted file system as a result of the bad sectors. Or a disk without bad sectors but with a massive logical corruption of the file system and possibly overwritten data, etc.
Level 5 - Firmware/Mechanical/Electronic: Disk with corrupted firmware modules and with at least 1% of bad sectors and a corrupted file system as a result of the bad sectors. Or a disk without physical damage but with disk encryption applied and underlying file system corruption. This level also covers electronic faults of the board PCB.
Level 6 - Physical/Mechanical/Firmware: clean room job for physically damaged drive with either R/W heads stiction condition, or with at least one faulty R/W in the stack. In most of the cases these drives will also show bad sectors and possibly firmware corruption and file system corruption.
Level 7 - Physical/Mechanical/Firmware: clean room job, damaged R/W heads stack or damaged R/W Pre-amp without obvious magnetic platters damage. These jobs will be defined as recovery attempts and will require rebuilding the drive in a clean room from donor parts. Only after rebuilding the drive we will be able to assess if the data will be recoverable or not. In most of the cases these drives will also show bad sectors and possibly firmware corruption and file system corruption.
Level 8 - Physical/Mechanical/Firmware: clean room job, damaged R/W heads stack or damaged R/W Pre-amp with obvious magnetic platters damage. These jobs will be defined as top complexity recovery attempts and will require rebuilding the drive in a clean room from donor parts. Only after rebuilding the drive we will be able to assess if the data will be recoverable or not – the success rate in these type of cases will be lower because of the magnetic platters damage. In most of the cases these drives will also show bad sectors and possibly firmware corruption and file system corruption. In some of the cases only partial recovery may be possible.
Not Recoverable: drives with excessive magnetic platters damage – usually carved rings and highly contaminated drive chamber as a result of the carved black particles. With current technology these type of jobs are beyond recovery.

Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Patonga Process

The hard drive recovery process is very complex and requires a lot of specialized data recovery engineering tools and knowledge, and level 6+ failures require a class 100 cleanroom.

Patroneering Innovation in Patonga, New South Wales, Australia

As Patonga, New South Wales, Australia continues to thrive as a hub for local businesses and industries, it's more important than ever that companies like yours have access to expert engineering and product development services that can help drive growth and innovation. At COLETEK, we've been serving businesses across Patonga, New South Wales, Australia since 2001, and our reputation for reliability and collaboration speaks volumes about our commitment to delivering exceptional results. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company, we're not just familiar with the local business landscape – we understand its nuances and challenges. Our team of experienced professionals has developed expertise in fields ranging from manufacturing and construction to healthcare and energy, allowing us to provide tailored support for businesses operating throughout Patonga, New South Wales, Australia. When you partner with COLETEK, you can count on our unwavering dedication to your project's success. We don't just deliver products or services – we create innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients. Whether you're looking to improve operational efficiency, develop new markets, or stay ahead of the competition, our team is equipped to help you achieve your goals. What sets us apart from other engineering and product development companies operating in Patonga, New South Wales, Australia? For starters, our passion for collaboration – we thrive on building strong relationships with our clients and working closely to ensure that their needs are met. We're not just a vendor or supplier; we're a trusted partner and extension of your team. At COLETEK, we take pride in being able to support businesses of all sizes and sectors across Patonga, New South Wales, Australia, from entrepreneurs and startups to established companies and small towns. Our expertise is unparalleled, but it's our commitment to serving our clients with integrity, expertise, and a customer-focused approach that truly sets us apart. So why choose COLETEK as your trusted partner for engineering and product development services in Patonga, New South Wales, Australia? With our deep knowledge of the local business landscape, our passion for innovation, and our unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional results, we're confident that you'll find a reliable ally in us. Let us help you achieve remarkable things – contact us today to learn more!

Let’s build something remarkable together.

Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Patonga – Our Clients: Big Brands & Small Businesses

Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Patonga – Amazing Customer Testimonials

I was grateful to find Luke Cole at COLETEK in the early days of an invention idea. He was very patient and generous with information to guide me along the way. And even though I did not preceed with my project, I would still recommend his services. Thank you.

Astrid Van Ewyk
Sydney, NSW, Australia

We have used COLETEK on a couple of occasions and found their service to be professional and on time. We specialise in engineering and design of height safety equipment and since a lot of parts are made by casting from stainless steel we require a quick model before we proceed with the tool manufacture. COLETEK has been able to provide this quickly saving us valuable time and giving us peace of mind knowing our parts will look right when casted from stainless steel.

Jan Kroupa
Safety Roof Anchors, Sydney, NSW, Australia

I have been working closely with COLETEK for the past 6 years now, and I must say, it is a success story :-). I highly respect their team, they are a pleasure to work with and top skilled professionals. In addition to their top Technical service, their customer service is brilliant and it is a rare find. Their PCB repair rework skills are top notch and a rare find in this industry. I have been working in the IT industry for the past 20 years in various fields and seen it all so I can say with certainty that they are the best around and I am looking forward to keep working with them in the future.

Oded Kuznik
IT Land, Tweed Coast, NSW, Australia

COLETEK have provided one to one communication throughout the development process and gone above and beyond in bringing our ideas closer to becoming a reality! Luke's expertise and knowledge with computer software and electronics is Jedi like, but what I liked most about working with him was his willingness and ability to think outside of the box.

Jarrod Stephens
Sydney, NSW, Australis

As the proprietor a DIY environmentally pest control products business I have been more then impressed with COLETEK's design capability and professionalism in assisting to realise an idea into reality. From concept, CAD drawings, 3D modelling, alterations right through to the finished product. I am extremely happy with our new termite control product. I have no hesitation in recommending COLETEK's services.

Paul Faranda
EBC Enviro Bug Control, Northern Rivers, NSW, Australia

Intuitive, innovative & efficient are three words that would appropriately describe the COLETEK service. Luke and the team at COLETEK have taken our concepts to the next level.

Alan Hay
Boylan Group, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Jarrod Stephens
Sydney, NSW, Australis

Jan Kroupa
Safety Roof Anchors, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Astrid Van Ewyk
Sydney, NSW, Australia

Paul Faranda
EBC Enviro Bug Control, Northern Rivers, NSW, Australia

Intuitive, innovative & efficient are three words that would appropriately describe the COLETEK service. Luke and the team at COLETEK have taken our concepts to the next level.

Alan Hay
Boylan Group, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Founded in 2001, we are a multiple award winning, highly experienced multidisciplinary company specialising in lean product development through rapid prototyping - transforming ideas from concept to life. Our industry-leading team combines deep expertise, cutting-edge technology, and advanced equipment to validate emerging ideas—transforming them into market-ready hardware and software solutions.

Our experience dates back to the 1990s with ANU "Robotics Systems Lab", CSIRO, NICTA (aka Data61), Seeing Machines, Location Aware Technologies, and Hemisphere GPS (aka BEELINE). For over 10 years now, we've been focused on validating R&D and taking ideas to commercialisation.

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