Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Carroll

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.

As a long-established and respected multidisciplinary engineering and product development company based in Carroll, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is dedicated to serving businesses across the region. With over two decades of experience, we've earned our reputation as a trustworthy partner for companies seeking innovative solutions that drive growth and profitability. Founded in 2001, we've built a strong presence throughout Australia, with a particular focus on supporting entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses in Carroll, New South Wales, Australia. Our team is passionate about understanding the unique challenges faced by local businesses, from manufacturing to services, and delivering tailored engineering and product development solutions that address their specific needs. COLETEK takes pride in our extensive experience across various industries, which enables us to provide a collaborative approach that ensures seamless integration with your existing operations. As an Australian company, we're committed to supporting the Carroll community through sustainable innovation, job creation, and economic growth. By choosing COLETEK as your trusted partner, you can expect reliability, flexibility, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. Our team of experts in engineering and product development works closely with clients to understand their goals, develop effective strategies, and implement creative solutions that drive success. In Carroll, New South Wales, Australia, businesses operate in a fast-paced environment where competition is fierce, and innovation is key. COLETEK supports local entrepreneurs and companies by providing access to cutting-edge engineering and product development expertise. By working together, we can help you stay ahead of the curve, improve operational efficiency, and increase revenue. At COLETEK, we understand that each business is unique, with its own set of challenges, goals, and opportunities. That's why we take a tailored approach to every project, using our extensive engineering and product development expertise to deliver custom solutions that drive success.