Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Ashford

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 thriving regional center, Ashford, New South Wales, Australia, is poised for growth and transformation. With its unique blend of industry, agriculture, and community spirit, the area presents exciting opportunities for businesses seeking to make their mark. At COLETEK, a multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, we're dedicated to empowering local innovation through our trusted national reputation for reliability, collaboration, and capability. For over two decades, we've been privileged to work with businesses across Ashford, New South Wales, Australia, providing tailored engineering solutions that drive tangible results. Our team of experts combines deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge technologies to deliver innovative products and services that overcome challenges and unlock new opportunities. Whether you're a start-up or an established player in the region, we understand the importance of building strong, long-lasting relationships – relationships built on trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to excellence. Based in Ashford, New South Wales, Australia, COLETEK is uniquely positioned to support businesses throughout the area, providing critical expertise in areas such as product development, design optimization, and systems integration. We operate with an unwavering focus on quality, safety, and timeliness, ensuring that our clients can confidently rely on us for their most complex engineering challenges. At COLETEK, we believe that collaboration is key to driving innovation forward. That's why we've fostered long-term partnerships with businesses in Ashford, New South Wales, Australia, and across the country, working together to overcome project hurdles and achieve game-changing results. By combining our expertise with your passion and vision, we can engineer solutions that not only meet but exceed your expectations. When you're looking for a partner who truly understands the local business landscape of Ashford, New South Wales, Australia, look no further than COLETEK. With our rich experience, technical capabilities, and commitment to excellence, we're poised to help you unlock new opportunities and achievements in this dynamic region.