Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Kippenduff

Before reading this, disconnect your faulty hard drive now. Further use can cause more damage.

We understand how important your data is and in most cases we can recovery your lost/deleted files - even if you have formatted your hard drive.

Do you backup your data? If not, we can provide you with a backup solution.

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.

Kippenduff data recovery is not an IT job! It is a foresnsic job.

There are only a few locations that have the required expensive equipment (i.e. class 100 cleanroom and specialised imager): Large companies based in the cities such as Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin and Hobart that are very expensive (due to large overheads), and companies like us with a small team of talent individuals with a wealth of experience and knowledge.

Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Kippenduff are a small team of highly skilled engineers that are based on the Gold Coast, so our prices can not be beaten. Please be cautious of general computer repair shops offering data recovery services, since they generally just download a data recovery software program to recover the data, which is only good for software issues. Most data recovery issues are electronic or mechanical issues, so using a software data recovery program, will just cause more issues with the drive, and therefore increase the difficulty/cost of recovering your data.

For more information, please see our about us page.

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.

Supporting the Kippenduff Community: COLETEK's Commitment to Northern Rivers Businesses

COletek's roots run deep in this land, with a rich history that spans decades. Our team is comprised of local experts who understand the distinct challenges and opportunities that come with operating a business in Kippenduff. We take pride in our ability to offer cutting-edge solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of our clients.

Australian Heritage, National Reach

COletek's story is one of innovation, trust, and collaboration. With offices across Australia, we've become a go-to partner for businesses seeking to drive growth, optimize efficiencies, and navigate the complexities of an ever-changing marketplace. Our people are passionate about delivering world-class services that make a tangible difference in their customers' lives.

As such, we're committed to supporting the hardworking folks who call Kippenduff home. We believe that by fostering strong relationships with local businesses, we can create meaningful opportunities for everyone involved – from job creation and economic growth to community development and social impact.

A Local Presence, a National Perspective

What sets COletek apart is our unwavering commitment to the Kippenduff community. When you partner with us, you're supporting a local business that genuinely cares about its neighbors, friends, and family. We take pride in being an active participant in the regional ecosystem, from sponsoring local events to mentoring young entrepreneurs.

Our national framework enables us to tap into the collective knowledge and expertise of our colleagues across the country, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible guidance and support. This balanced approach allows us to bring fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the table, all while staying true to our local roots and heritage.

At COletek, we're convinced that together, we can achieve great things – one community at a time. That's why we invite you to join forces with us and take advantage of our expertise, resources, and unwavering commitment to the Kippenduff region. Whether your business is just starting out or primed for rapid expansion, we're here to help you thrive.