Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Ravensdale

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.

1. IC Logic Board PCB
2. Motor/Spindle
3. Physical Heads
4. Heads Movement
5. Actuator
6. Actuator Arm
7. Platters
8. Protective Cover
9. Chassis
10. Firmware Examination
11. Image Repair Drive

• 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.

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.

For over two decades, COLETEK has been a trusted partner for businesses across Ravensdale, New South Wales, Australia and beyond. As a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, we've earned a reputation for delivering reliable, innovative solutions that meet the needs of local industries. Our roots run deep in Ravensdale's unique environment, where we regularly engage with business owners and leaders to understand their challenges. With offices spread throughout Australia, we're well-positioned to support companies in this region, leveraging our experience in a wide range of sectors. From manufacturing and construction to healthcare and energy, our expertise ensures that Ravensdale's businesses receive tailored guidance. COLETEK's engineers thrive on complex problems, developing cutting-edge products and processes that enhance performance, efficiency, and sustainability. Our collaborative approach brings together experts from diverse backgrounds to co-create innovative solutions. This synergy has earned us recognition as a trusted partner for businesses seeking to stay ahead of the curve. In Ravensdale, New South Wales, Australia, we've seen firsthand how local businesses can benefit from our comprehensive support. We're committed to providing Ravensdale's entrepreneurs and corporate leaders with the resources they need to succeed, from research and development to manufacturing and implementation. By putting your needs at our forefront, we help you overcome obstacles and seize opportunities. When you partner with COLETEK, you'll experience a unique blend of technical expertise, industrial know-how, and local understanding. Our Ravensdale-based team is dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes that benefit the community as well as your business.