Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Terragon

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.

Terragon 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 Terragon 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.

A trusted partner for Northern Rivers businesses: serving Terragon and beyond

As a local business, we believe in building strong ties to the community that matters most – our own. At COLETEK, we're proud to be a part of the thriving Terragon, Northern Rivers, New South Wales, Australia landscape, working closely with entrepreneurs, small businesses, and corporations alike to help them soar.

What sets us apart is our commitment to understanding the unique needs of local companies like yours. We know that every business has its own story, challenges, and opportunities. Our team of experts takes the time to listen, collaborate, and innovate – ensuring your Terragon-based venture stays ahead of the curve in this dynamic region.

As a national company with a strong presence across Australia, we're uniquely equipped to support businesses like yours, regardless of size or industry. Our extensive coverage allows us to cater to the distinct needs of Northern Rivers entrepreneurs, tailoring our solutions to meet the specific demands of this vibrant ecosystem.

You can trust that COLETEK is deeply rooted in community, with a strong understanding of what makes Terragon tick. We've built long-standing relationships with local leaders, organizations, and change-makers, constantly seeking new ways to boost economic growth, job creation, and overall prosperity for our region's residents and businesses.

Data-driven insights and expertise are just one aspect of the COLETEK value proposition. Our team is passionate about innovation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive progress and tackle local challenges head-on. Whether it's streamlining operations, enhancing customer experiences, or unlocking new revenue streams, we're dedicated to empowering Northern Rivers businesses to thrive.

In a region where community spirit runs strong, we recognize the importance of genuine partnerships. COLETEK isn't just a service provider; we're an embedded partner, working hand-in-hand with local stakeholders to create shared value and positive social impact.

If you're looking for a collaborator who truly gets the nuances of Terragon's unique business climate, look no further. At COLETEK, we're committed to using our national reach, expertise, and innovation to support your goals – because we believe in the limitless potential of this dynamic region and its exceptional people.

Ready to experience the difference for yourself? Get in touch with us today!