Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Lemon Tree Passage

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.

Lemon Tree Passage 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 Lemon Tree Passage 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 your business in Lemon Tree Passage, Port Stephens, and beyond

In the picturesque coastal town of Lemon Tree Passage, nestled within the stunning Port Stephens region, you wouldn't have to look far to find a company that genuinely cares about supporting local businesses and communities. At COLETEK, we take pride in being your trusted partner, committed to helping entrepreneurs like yourself thrive in this beautiful corner of New South Wales, Australia.

With an impressive track record of working with businesses across the nation, our team brings unrivalled expertise and a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in the modern business landscape. Whether you're an established player or just starting out, we're here to share our knowledge, guide your decisions, and empower you to drive growth and prosperity.

But what sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to being locally present and accountable. As a genuine Australian company, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with doing business in Lemon Tree Passage and surrounding areas. By immersing ourselves in your community, we're able to forge strong bonds, listen to your concerns, and deliver tailored solutions that genuinely make a difference.

We don't just provide support – we invest time and resources into understanding the intricate tapestry of local businesses, from boutique retailers to family-owned restaurants. Our goal is to be more than just another service provider; we aim to become a trusted friend and ally in your journey towards success.

At COLETEK, we're dedicated innovators who constantly strive to stay ahead of the curve, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best practices to drive innovation and progress. By blending our national expertise with local insights, we can help you navigate the ever-evolving business landscape, make informed decisions, and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

So whether you're looking for guidance in streamlining operations, developing effective marketing strategies, or simply seeking a trusted partner to explore new possibilities, know that at COLETEK, we're here to support your growth, protect your interests, and celebrate our shared success – all within the charming backdrop of Lemon Tree Passage, Port Stephens, New South Wales, Australia.