Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Drake

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.

Serving the Heart of the Northern Rivers: Drake, New South Wales, Australia

Located in the picturesque town of Drake, on the Northern Rivers of New South Wales, Australia, we're proud to call this region home. At COLETEK, it's our pleasure to serve the local business community and contribute to the area's growth and development.

As a trusted Australian company, we've spent years honing our expertise in serving local businesses in Drake and beyond. Our team has been dedicated to understanding the unique challenges and opportunities that come with operating in this region, ensuring that our solutions are tailored to meet your specific needs.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, we've got you covered. With a national presence and an extensive network of connections across Australia, COLETEK is well-positioned to provide the support and guidance you need to thrive in today's competitive marketplace.

As a key partner for many local businesses in Drake, we're committed to fostering strong relationships built on trust, innovation, and mutual respect. We take pride in knowing our clients and understanding their goals, providing personalized solutions that drive results and help them grow.

In the heart of the Northern Rivers, where community is paramount, COLETEK understands the importance of being a part of the local fabric. We're more than just a service provider – we're your neighbors, working together to build a brighter future for our region.

Our team doesn't just live and breathe this region; we live here too! With deep roots in Drake, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia, we're deeply invested in the well-being and prosperity of the community. By choosing COLETEK, you'll be working with a company that genuinely cares about your success and is committed to making a positive impact.

So why wait? If you're looking for a trusted partner to help take your Drake-based business to new heights, look no further! Contact us today to discuss how we can best support your growth and development journey.

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