Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Toormina

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.

At the heart of Australia's thriving regions lies a community that thrives on innovation and collaboration – Toormina, New South Wales, Australia. This remarkable town is where we, COLETEK, proudly call home base for our multidisciplinary engineering and product development endeavors. For nearly two decades, COLETEK has earned its reputation as the trusted partner for businesses seeking tailored solutions across various sectors. Founded in 2001, our company has consistently demonstrated its commitment to innovation, reliability, and capability, empowering clients to overcome challenges and drive growth. As we continue to expand our influence nationwide, we're proud of the lasting impact we've made on the communities we serve. At COLETEK, we understand that no two businesses are alike, which is why our focus lies in crafting bespoke answers that address the distinct needs of each client. By collaborating with our team, you'll gain access to a collective wealth of knowledge and expertise gathered from years of working alongside businesses in Toormina, New South Wales, Australia, as well as countless other towns and cities throughout this sun-kissed land. Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to seamlessly integrate technological advancements into creative solutions tailored specifically for your business. This synergy enables us to tackle complex challenges with conviction and creativity. When you partner with COLETEK, rest assured that our collective expertise will be leveraged to drive positive change in your organization. By serving businesses across Toormina, New South Wales, Australia, we're not just meeting their needs; we're empowering them to achieve remarkable success stories. Our reputation as a reliable and trusted solution provider is built on the strength of these partnerships, strengthened by our unwavering commitment to quality assurance. Take that crucial first step towards building a more resilient, innovative organization with COLETEK at your side. As you navigate an ever-changing business landscape in Toormina, New South Wales, Australia, we'll be honored to join forces with you, leveraging our nation-wide presence and expertise to ensure your triumphs.