We examine the drive to identify the type of failure, assess recoverability, and determine the best recovery approach. This includes checking for physical damage, testing electronics, and analyzing file system structure.
What we check: Drive recognition, strange noises, firmware accessibility, partition structure, file system integrity
For physical failures, we create a complete sector-by-sector copy of the drive. This ensures we're working from a stable copy and prevents further damage to the original drive. This process can take hours or days depending on drive size and condition.
Why it matters: Working from an image protects your original drive and allows multiple recovery attempts without risk
Depending on the failure type, this may involve firmware repair, head replacement, platter cleaning, or logical file system reconstruction. Each recovery is unique and requires specialized tools and expertise.
Component replacement, cleanroom work, firmware repair
File system reconstruction, partition recovery, deleted file restoration
We extract all recoverable data and verify file integrity. We check that files can be opened, databases are intact, and data is usable. We organize recovered files by type and provide a clear file structure.
Your recovered data is transferred to a new storage device and securely returned to you. We provide detailed documentation of what was recovered and recommendations for preventing future data loss.
Professional-grade recovery tools, write blockers, and imaging systems
Industry-leading data recovery software and forensic tools
Controlled environment for physical repairs and data handling