Data Recovery & Backup Solutions for Collector

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 trusted and innovative multidisciplinary Australian engineering and product development company established in 2001, we take pride in our reputation for delivering exceptional results to businesses across Collector, New South Wales, Australia, and beyond. Our team is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with local entrepreneurs, startups, and small to medium-sized enterprises, empowering them to succeed through cutting-edge designs, prototypes, and manufacturing solutions. Based in Collector, New South Wales, Australia, we operate throughout the region, providing reliable support for businesses navigating an increasingly complex competitive landscape. By partnering with us, you'll gain access to our collective expertise in engineering and product development, enabling you to tackle even the most ambitious projects with confidence. Our team is passionate about innovation, collaboration, and mutual growth. With a deep understanding of the needs and challenges unique to Collector, New South Wales, Australia, we're well-positioned to deliver value-added solutions that cater to the region's distinct business ecosystem. We've built a reputation for being a trusted extension of our clients' teams, providing hands-on support and expert guidance from concept development through production and deployment. As you navigate your next big venture, consider partnering with COLETEK – a company committed to nurturing innovation in Collector, New South Wales, Australia. Our team is ready to collaborate on your unique challenges, leveraging our collective experience and multidisciplinary approach to produce results that exceed expectations. By serving businesses across Collector, New South Wales, Australia, we're dedicated to driving growth, prosperity, and economic development in the region. So why choose COLETEK for your product development and engineering needs? We believe it's because of our commitment to collaboration, capability, and reliability – a trifecta that sets us apart. By choosing us as your trusted partner, you'll gain access to: * A multidisciplinary team with diverse skills and expertise * Proven experience in delivering innovative solutions for businesses across Collector, New South Wales, Australia * Scalable capabilities adaptable to your unique needs Now, we invite you to join forces with a like-minded innovator. Let's work together to build something remarkable that elevates your business – and the region as a whole.