Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Hastings Point

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 bustling coastal town in northern New South Wales, Hastings Point is a thriving hub of commerce and innovation. With its stunning beachside scenery and strong community spirit, this picturesque location is teeming with opportunity – and that's where COLETEK comes in. As a multidisciplinary Australian company with over two decades of experience, we're proud to serve businesses across Hastings Point, New South Wales, Australia, providing expert engineering and product development solutions to drive growth and success. COLETEK boasts a reputation for innovation, reliability, and collaboration that's earned us national recognition as leaders in the field. Established in 2001, our company has built strong relationships with clients throughout the country, earning their trust by consistently delivering world-class results. And now, we're excited to bring that same expertise and commitment to Hastings Point, New South Wales, Australia. Our team of talented engineers and product developers understand the unique challenges faced by businesses in Hastings Point, New South Wales, Australia – from navigating regulatory hurdles to staying ahead of the competition. That's why we take a consultative approach, working closely with our clients to develop tailored solutions that meet their specific needs. We're passionate about what we do, and it shows in our work. By partnering with COLETEK, businesses in Hastings Point, New South Wales, Australia can tap into a deep well of technical expertise, cutting-edge methodologies, and a passion for innovation. Our multidisciplinary approach sets us apart from one-dimensional providers – we're not just engineers or developers; we're problem-solvers who think creatively and collaborate effectively to achieve remarkable results. As we look to the future, COLETEK is well-positioned to support businesses across Hastings Point, New South Wales, Australia in their pursuit of growth and prosperity. With our capabilities firmly rooted in Australian soil, you can trust that we'll remain committed to serving our local clients with the same level of dedication and expertise.