Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Castle Doyle

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 multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, COLETEK has earned the trust of businesses throughout Australia, including those in Castle Doyle, New South Wales. For nearly two decades, we've been driven by a passion to innovate, and it's this commitment that defines our approach to every project. Based in Castle Doyle, New South Wales, Africa, our team is dedicated to serving local businesses across the region, providing tailored engineering solutions that empower growth and success. We take pride in our ability to collaborate seamlessly with clients, understanding their unique needs and challenges. By doing so, we're able to develop products and services that meet the evolving requirements of Castle Doyle's industries. COLETEK stands apart from other companies by its focus on reliability, capability, and innovation. Our experts are always looking for new ways to apply cutting-edge technology, ensuring our clients stay ahead of the curve. And with a reputation built on trust, honesty, and open communication, we've earned a position as a trusted partner in Castle Doyle's business community. For businesses operating throughout Castle Doyle, New South Wales, COLETTEK offers comprehensive support that covers a wide range of engineering disciplines. From consulting to design and development, our team is equipped to tackle complex projects with ease. By leveraging our expertise, local businesses can benefit from improved operational efficiency, enhanced product offerings, and increased competitiveness. Whether you're a manufacturer looking to streamline processes, an entrepreneur seeking to bring your innovative idea to life, or a business owner trying to stay ahead of the competition, we'll provide the engineering support you need. At COLETEK, we believe that collaboration is the key to delivering exceptional results, which is why we take the time to understand our clients' goals and objectives. As your trusted partner in Castle Doyle, New South Wales, Africa, let us help you build something remarkable together.